hct6000 Manual PDF

HCT Series
Protocol Analyzers
HCT-6000
HCT-6000A
User Guide
CTC UNION TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD

CTC UNION TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
8F, NO.60, ZhouZi Street, NEI-HU, TAIPEI, TAIWAN,
R.O.C.
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Union Technologies Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for
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WARNING:
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions manual, may cause interference to radio
communications. It has been tested and found to be within
the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart
J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference when
operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference
in which case the user, at his own expense, will be required
to take whatever measures may be required to correct the
interference including but not limited to:
• Reorientation or relocation of receiving antenna.
• Moving of equipment away from the receiver.
• Plugging of equipment into an outlet and circuit different
from that which powers the receiver.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER I : HCT-6000 OVERVIEW

1.0 INTRODUCTION.......................................................... I-1
1.1 GENERAL FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS........... I-2

1.1.1 Protocol Analysis
1.1.2 Auto Configuration
1.1.3 BERT : bit / block error rate test
1.1.4 Internal Timers and Counters
1.1.5 Hard Copy Print
1.1.6 Terminal Emulation
1.1.7 Status LEDs
1.1.8 Data Line Monitor
1.1.9 Power Supply
1.1.10 Basic Interfaces
1.1.11 Supported Interface Standards
1.1.12 Data Bits
1.1.13 BCC / Error Check
1.1.14 Data Codes
1.1.15 Supported Baud Rates
1.1.16 Parity Bit
1.1.17 Stop Bit
1.1.18 TX Clock
1.1.19 Xon/Xoff
1.1.20 Flow Control
1.1.21 Print Interval
1.1.22 Print On Error
1.1.23 Test Duration
1.1.24 TX Bit Count
1.1.25 RX Bit Count
1.1.26 TX Block Count
1.1.27 RX Block Count
1.1.28 RX Bit Error Count
1.1.29 RX Block Error Count
1.1.30 RX Bit Error Rate
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1.1.31 Error Seconds
1.1.32 Forced Error Bit Count
1.2 2M BERT SPECIFICATIONS........................................ I-8

1.2.0 128K BERT vs. 2M BERT
1.2.1 Test Patterns
1.2.2 Test Speeds
1.2.3 TX Clock
1.2.4 RX Clock
1.2.5 TX Error Rate
1.3 EXTERIOR and ACCESSORIES................................... I-10

1.3.1 Chassis Figure
1.3.2 Standard Accessories
1.3.3 Optional Cable Accessories
1.3.4 Optional G.703 Interface
1.4 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE PORT.................. I-16

1.4.1 Definition
1.4.2 HCT-6000 Port Pin Assignment
CHAPTER II : KEYBOARD OPERATION

2.0 KEYBOARD OVERVIEW............................................. II-1
2.0.1 Introduction
2.0.2 Keyboard Figure
2.1 KEY FUNCTIONS......................................................... II-3

2.1.1 Menu Function Keys
2.1.2 Other Function Keys
2.1.3 Special Keys
2.1.4 Cursor Key Details
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CHAPTER III : USING THE HCT-6000

3.0 INTRODUCTION and OPERATION............................ III-1
3.0.1 Introduction
3.0.2 Initial Power On
3.1 CONNECTION EXAMPLES......................................... III-4
CHAPTER IV : OPERATION
4.0 INTRODUCTION.......................................................... IV-1

4.0.1 Normal Operation Flow Chart
4.0.2 Operation Menu Chart
4.1 COMMUNICATION SETTINGS................................. IV-3

4.1.1 Setup
4.2 AUTO CONFIGURATION........................................... IV-4

4.2.1 Connection
4.2.2 Operation
4.2.3 Configuration Requirements
4.3 MANUAL CONFIGURATION...................................... IV-6
4.4 MONITOR MODE......................................................... IV-9

4.4.1 Operation
4.4.2 Monitoring On-line
4.4.3 Terminal Emulation
4.4.4 Captured Data
4.4.5 Examine Captured Data
4.4.6 Examine File Data
4.4.7 Examine Timer/Counter
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4.5 128K BERT (BIT ERROR RATE TEST) SETUP...... IV-19

4.5.1 Setup
4.5.2 Pattern Parameter Setting
4.5.3 Block Size Setting
4.5.4 Duration Setting
4.5.5 Alarm Setting
4.5.6 Protocol Setting
4.5.7 Speed Setting
4.5.8 Bits Setting
4.5.9 Parity Setting
4.5.10 Stop Bits Setting
4.5.11 Tx Clock Setting
4.5.12 Xon/off Setting
4.5.13 Flow Control Setting
4.5.14 Print Interval Setting
4.5.15 Print on Error Setting
4.5.16 Display Setting
4.6 RUNNING 128K BERT……………………………….. IV-22
4.7 2M BERT MODE (HIGH SPEED) SETUP…………. IV-26
4.8 RUNNING 2M BERT………………………………… IV-29
4.9 ASYNC TERMINAL EMULATION........................... IV-34

4.7.1 ASYNC Terminal Setup
4.7.2 Example for ASYNC Terminal
4.10 AUTO SCAN AND CONFIGURE............................. IV-36
4.11 FILE MANAGEMENT.............................................. IV-38

4.11.1 Introduction
4.11.2 Operation
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4.12 SYSTEM RESET......................................................... IV-42

4.12.1 Definition
4.12.2 Operation
4.13 SELF TEST.................................................................. IV-43

4.13.0 Description
4.13.1 Self Test Single Mode
4.13.2 Self Test Continuous Mode
4.13.3 Print Port Test
4.13.4 LCD Test
4.13.5 Keyboard Test
4.14 MISCELLANEOUS.................................................... IV-47

4.14.1 External power function (I/F)
4.14.2 Key Sound Setup
4.14.3 Printer Setup
4.14.4 Clock Setup
4.15 UP/DOWN LOAD....................................................... IV-51

4.15.1 Upload/Download Setup
4.16 DIAGNOSTICS........................................................... IV-52

4.16.0 Diagnostic Operation
4.16.1 V.24/RS232 Interface Test
4.16.2 V.35 Interface Test
4.16.3 V.36/RS449 Interface Test
4.17 ON-LINE MONITOR................................................ IV-55

4.17.1 Setup
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CHAPTER V : EXAMPLES OF APPLICATION

Programming Statement List................................................ V-1
Program Function/Command Definitions............................ V-2
5.0 INTRODUCTION.......................................................... V-6
5.1 ASYN application * (Simulation/ Monitoring)............ V-7
5.2 X.25 application............................................................. V-15
5.3 SDLC application........................................................... V-22
5.4 HDLC application.......................................................... V-24
5.5 DDCMP application...................................................... V-25
5.6 FRAME RELAY application........................................ V-30
5.7 TCP/IP applications....................................................... V-32
CHAPTER VI : HCT-PC UTILITY PROGRAM

6.0 INTRODUCTION.......................................................... VI-1
6.1 HCT-PC Program Operation........................................ VI-2
6.2 REMOTE CONTROL Function................................... VI-2
6.3 UP/DOWNLOAD Function.......................................... VI-3
6.4 ON-LINE MONITOR Function.................................... VI-7
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6.5 EXIT PROGRAM......................................................... VI-8
APPENDIX A : CODE tables
ASCII Code Table................................................................. A-1
EBCDIC Code Table............................................................. A-5
IPARS Code Table................................................................ A-13
TRANSCODE Code Table................................................... A-15
EBCD Code Table................................................................. A-17
APPENDIX B : Cable Pinouts
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1.0 HCT-6000 INTRODUCTION
The contents of this operation manual have been prepared

and arranged to provide a complete understanding of the
functions and operation of the HCT-6000 and HCT-6000A
models, which throughout this document shall be referred to
as only the HCT-6000. It is assumed that the user is familiar
with contemporary communication technology. This
understanding should include terminals and communication
devices as well as their settings and use of industry standard
protocols. For details regarding generic standards, please
refer to publications that include the standards from such
organizations as the International Telecommunication Union
(ITU) (formerly known as Consultative Committee for
International Telegraph and Telephone (CCITT)), the
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), the
Electronics Industry Association (EIA), and the International
Standards Organization (ISO).
The HCT-6000, notebook sized communications tester, is

a WAN (Wide Area Network) protocol analyzer and BERT
(Bit Error Rate Test) tester that provides ASYNC,
SYNC(BSC), HDLC, SDLC, X.25, DDCMP, and FRAME
RELAY (optional TCP/IP, SLIP, and PPP) protocol
communications. The analyzer is suitable for equipment
installations, on-line or off-line diagnostics, debugging, line
testing, and interface development. The HCT-6000 provides
functions for both monitoring and simulating a working
model. The HCT-6000 features microprocessor based
circuitry, a large backlit LCD display, internal rechargeable
batteries, and a user friendly, easy to follow menu system, in
a portable, self contained, light weight unit.
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1.1 GENERAL FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
1.1.1 PROTOCOL ANALYSIS

The HCT-6000 is capable of performing protocol
analysis for ASYNC, SYNC, HDLC, SDLC(NRZI),
SDLC, DDCMP, X.25 (Frame and Packet), and FRAME
RELAY, as well as options for testing TCP/IP, SLIP,
PPP, and detailed testing of FRAME RELAY.
1.1.2 AUTO CONFIGURATION

The HCT-6000 provides the ability to analyze line data
to automatically detect and set communication protocol
type, data RATE, data CODE, data FORMAT, parity and
synchronous PATTERN.
1.1.3 BERT/BLERT : Bit/block Error Rate Test

a. Transmit/ Receive Patterns :
Includes Mark, Space, ALT, FOX, 63, 511, 2047. The
2Mbps BERT also includes 215-1, 220-1, 223-1, and
QRSS.
b. Data Block Size :
Under CCITT specifications, 63, 511, 1000, 2047 bits.
c. Error Rate Test :
Contains a bit COUNTER, bit ERROR numbers, a
block COUNTER, block ERROR numbers, error
SECONDS, forced ERRORS, and bit error rate as a
calculation of TOTAL NO. OF RECEIVED ERROR
BITS ÷ TOTAL NO. OF RECEIVED BITS.
1.1.4 INTERNAL TIMERS & COUNTERS

The HCT-6000 contains five registers for Timers (in
milliseconds) and five registers for Counters (in units) for
program start/stop.
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1.1.5 HARD COPY PRINT

A standard CENTRONICS INTERFACE with Female
DSUB-25 connector is provided for printing
CAPTURED data, PROGRAMMING, SETUP
configuration information, and BERT results.
1.1.6 TERMINAL EMULATION

The HCT-6000 provides a complete setup of all
communication parameters, Baud rate, data bits, stop bits,
parity bit, etc., including Half duplex (local echo) and
Full Duplex (remote echo) modes and in either DCE
(data communication equipment, such as modems) or
DTE (data terminal equipment, terminals) configurations.
1.1.7 STATUS LED’s

Red LED’s function to show external power attachment,
battery low condition, type of interface selected, DCE or
DTE emulation, and the availability of power to the
external interface. Dual color green and red LED’s
display, in real-time, the status of all signal lines of the
interface port whenever the HCT-6000 is powered on.
1.1.8 DATA LINE MONITOR

Simulation : DCE or DTE, Data and Status, Frame and
Packet. Record data in real-time into capture memory.
Monitor : DTE only, DCE only, or DTE/DCE at the
same time.
Protocols : SDLC, SDLC(NRZI), HDLC, SYNC(BSC),
ASYNC, DDCMP, X.25, FRAME RELAY.
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1.1.9 POWER SUPPLY

a. Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium battery for main
system.
b. Ni-Cad (or Ni-MH) battery backup for memory.
c. AC adapter included (500mA, 9Vdc) and Car
(cigarette lighter) charger available.
d. Operation time : up to 1 hour on battery.
e. Data retention : more than 1 month of non-operation.
1.1.10 BASIC INTERFACES

COMMUNICATION : V.24/RS232, V.35, or RS-449.
(switch selectable)
note: G.703 available with optional external adapter
and set to RS-449 mode.
PRINTING : CENTRONICS Parallel port.
REMOTE : Serial port used for remote control.
1.1.11 SUPPORTED INTERFACE STANDARDS

V.35 to G.703, RS-449 to G.703, RS422, X.20/X.21,
RS485, RS449, RS-530, RS232, CURRENT LOOP.
TTL interface.
1.1.12 DATA BITS

ASYNC 5,6,7,8 bits.
SYNC 6,8 bits.
HDLC/SDLC 8 bits.
X.25 8 bits.
DDCMP 8 bits.
FRAME RELAY 8 bits.
PPP/SLIP 8 bits.
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1.1.13 BCC / Error Checking

ASYNC LRC, CRC-16, NONE.
SYNC CRC-16, LRC, CRC-CCITT, NONE.
HDLC CRC-CCITT
SDLC CRC-CCITT
X.25 CRC-CCITT
Frame Relay CRC-CCITT
1.1.14 DATA CODES

ASCII, EBCDIC, HEX, IPARS, TRANSCODE, EBCD.
1.1.15 SUPPORTED BAUD RATES

ASYNC : 50, 75, 110, 150, 200, 300, 600, 1200, 1800,
2000, 2400, 3200, 3600, 4800, 7200, 9600, 12k, 14.4k,
16k, 19.2k, 28.8k, 38.4k, 48k, 57.6k, 64k, 72k, 115.2k,
128kbps.
SYNC : 150, 200, 300, 600, 1200, 1800, 2000, 2400,

3200, 3600, 4800, 7200, 9600, 12k, 14.4k, 16k, 19.2k,
28.8k, 38.4k, 48k, 57.6k, 64k, 72k, 115.2k, 128kbps.
1.1.16 PARITY BIT

NONE, ODD, EVEN.
1.1.17 STOP BIT

1, 1.5, or 2.
1.1.18 TX CLOCK
SYNC DTE or DCE.
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1.1.19 Xon/Xoff
ASYNC,SYNC Enable or Disable.
1.1.20 Flow Control

ASYNC,SYNC Disable or CTS ON.
1.1.21 Print Interval

ASYNC,SYNC Disable, 5,10,15,30, or 60 minutes.
1.1.22 Print On Error

ASYNC,SYNC Disable or Enable.
1.1.23 Test Duration

10e3 to 10e8 bits, 1 to 60 minutes, or continuous
1.1.24 Tx Bit Count

0 to 999999999, 1.0e9 to 9.9999e12
1.1.25 Rx Bit Count

0 to 999999999, 1.0e9 to 9.9999e12
1.1.26 Tx Block Count

0 to 999999999, 1.0e9 to 9.9999e11
1.1.27 Rx Block Count

0 to 999999999, 1.0e9 to 9.9999e11
1.1.28 Rx Bit Error Count

0 to 999999999, 1.0e9 to 9.9999e12
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1.1.29 Rx Block Error Count

0 to 999999999, 1.0e9 to 9.9999e11
1.1.30 Rx Bit Error Rate

0 to 1.0e-13
1.1.31 Error Seconds

0 to 99999999
1.1.32 Forced Error Bit Count

0 to 999999
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1.2 2M BERT SPECIFICATIONS

1.2.0 128K BERT vs. 2M BERT
Under 2M BERT mode (not available in the HCT-
6000A), the HCT-6000 includes additional features
and functions beyond those of 128K BERT mode.
The following will note those specific differences.
1.2.1 Test Patterns

The transmit patterns under 2M BERT include
63/127/511/2047, MARK (all 1's), SPACE (all 0's),
ALT(0101), 2e15-1, 2e20-1, 2e23-1, and QRSS. In
SYNC mode only.
1.2.2 Test Speeds

The speeds available under 2M BERT are 48k, N64
values of 64k, 128k, 192k, 256k, 320k, 384k, 448k,
512k, 576k, 640k, 704k, 768k, 832k, 896k, 960k,
1024k, 1088k, 1152k, 1216k, 1280k, 1344k, 1408k,
1472k, 1536k, 1544k, 1600k, 1664k, 1728k, 1792k,
1856k, 1920k, 1984k, 2048k, plus N56 values of 56k,
112k, 168k, 224k, 280k, 336k, 392k, 448k, 504k, 560k,
616k, 672k, 728k, 784k, 840k, 896k, 952k, 1008k,
1064k, 1120k, 1176k, 1232k, 1288k, 1344k, 1400k,
1456k, 1512k, 1568k, 1624k, 1680k, 1736k, and
1792kbps.
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1.2.3 Tx Clock
The Tx Clock may be set to internal or external. The
polarity may also be inverted. (refer to table below)
1.2.4 Rx Clock
The Rx Clock may be set to DPLL (digital phase-
locked loop) or external. The polarity of the external
clock may also be inverted. (refer to table)
MODE Clock Source TX RX TX Clock RX Clock

Selection Source Source
DTE TX Internal TD XTC(internal)
Clock External TD TC
RX DPLL RD from RD
Clock External RD RC
DCE TX Internal RD TC or
Clock RC(internal)
External RD XTC
RX DPLL TD from TD
Clock External TD XTC
Figure 1-1 : 2M BERT Clock Selection Table
1.2.5 Tx Error Rate

The HCT-6000 has the ability to inject bit errors
randomly at a predefined rate. The Tx Error rate may
be set to single, 10e-1, 10e-2, 10e-3, 10e-4, 10e-5,
10e-6, or 10e-7. When running BERT, the error
injection may be toggled on or off by using function
key F4. When set to “Single”, errors are injected only
manually (Forced Errors).
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1.3 EXTERIOR and ACCESSORIES

1.3.1 CHASSIS FIGURE
e f g h
d i
c
b j
a
k
Figure 1-2 : CHASSIS (top view.)
a. Status LED’s
The LED’s give a quick indication of the high or low
state for the data and handshaking lines. A red LED
indicates a space or digital zero, a green LED indicates
a mark or digital one, and an unlit LED indicates an
open or unknown state. Flashing or flickering LED’s
show voltage transitions on handshaking lines or data
transmissions on the transmit / receive lines.
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HCT-6000 LED indicators
Figure 1-3 : LED Indicators
b. POWER Switch
This slide switch turns on and off power to the unit
from the internal batteries or external DC power
adapter.
c. Backlight switch
This slide switch turns the LCD backlight on and off.
The backlight function provides the ability to view the
LCD in low ambient light conditions.
d. Interface Selector
This three position slide switch selects the type of
interface, RS-232, V.35, or RS-449, seen at the test
port. The selected interface type is indicated on the
LED display.
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e. DC 9V In
This connector attaches the external power to the unit.
f. DB25 Test Port

This 25 pin male connector is the communications
port for all testing and emulation. The interface type is
selected by the INTERFACE SELECTOR switch and
indicated on the LED display. Adapter cables are
provided for attaching the HCT-6000 to the
appropriate interface type. This serial port also
provides two way communication with a PC, when
used in conjunction with the PC software and
interconnecting cable, for uploading and downloading
configuration data, capture memory, and program data
g. DB9 Remote Control Port

This 9 pin male connector is the serial port for remote
control functions from a terminal or PC.
h. DB25 Printer Port

This 25 pin female connector provides a
CENTRONICS compatible interface for hard copy
printing.
i. Contrast Control
This thumb wheel control provides a variable
adjustment of the contrast for the LCD display.
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j. Display
A 5.5" x 1.5" (140x40mm) LIQUID CRYSTAL
DISPLAY (LCD) graphics array is incorporated for
displaying all operational menus, data/messages and DCE
and DTE real time communications. Text is displayed on a
total of eight (8) lines with up to thirty-two (32) characters
per line.
k. Keyboard
The HCT-6000's keyboard combines the latest in
membrane switch technology to provide a full ASCII
keyboard with special functions and cursor movement keys.
The keyboard is dust and moisture proof to provide long life
use.
l. Bottom Panel Access
The HCT-6000 has a removable bottom access panel.
First, make sure the external power is disconnected from the
HCT-6000. Also, be sure the power switch for the unit is in
the OFF position. On the bottom of the unit you will note
one (1) Philips head screw, locking the removable cover.
Remove this screw and panel to gain access to the
rechargeable battery and the firmware EPROM.
To facilitate updates or additional options (such as TCP/IP,
SLIP, PPP protocols) the EPROM is mounted on a “TEXT-
TOOL” socket. Before removing the EPROM, take note of
its orientation. (The half-moon groove in the EPROM faces
the set screw.) The set screw only needs to be turned 90
degrees counter-clockwise with a thin, flat blade screwdriver
to release the IC. Lift the IC straight up, taking care not to
bend any of the legs. Check the new IC’s legs to be sure they
are straight before proceeding. Place the new IC in the socket
and tighten the set screw by turning clockwise. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN! Replace the panel cover and locking
screw.
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1.3.2 STANDARD ACCESSORIES

a. Voltage Adapter / Charger : 120VAC/60Hz input,
DC 9V 500mA output, UL/CSA, CE approved (220-
240VAC input adapters available upon request.)
b. Cables
1. Extension cable (H6-Ext)(H6-530)
25 conductor Round, 1 to 1, 2 ft. (100cm)
DSUB-25(Female) <--- TO ---> DSUB-25(Male)
2. Gender Changer
DSUB25(Male) <--- TO ---> DSUB25(Male)
3. Communications cable RS232(H6-232D)
Multiple conductor Round, 2 ft. (100cm)
DSUB-25(Female) <---TO---> DSUB-25(Female)
4. V.35 cable (H6-V35)
Multiple conductor Round Cable, 2 ft (100cm)
DSUB-25(Female)<--TO--->M-34 BLOCK(Male)
5. Printer cable (H6-PRN)
Multiple conductor Round Cable, 5 ft (150cm)
DSUB-25(Male)<--TO-->C-36(Centronics)(Male)
6. Remote cable (H6-RM/PC)
Multiple conductor Round Cable, 4 ft. (120cm)
DSUB-9(Female) <--- TO ---> DSUB-25(Female)
7. Parallel cable (H6-PARA)
DSUB-25(Male) <--- TO ---> DSUB-25(Male)
c. Y-stub cable connector box.
[2 x DSUB-25(Male) + 2 x DSUB-25(Female)]
[ all internally wired one-to-one]
d. Operation Manual.
e. Nylon hand carry bag.
f. Software diskette (3.5").
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1.3.3 OPTIONAL CABLE ACCESSORIES
1. RS-449 cables (H6-449)

DSUB-25(Female)<--- TO --->DSUB-37(Male)
DSUB-25(Female)<--- TO --->DSUB-37(Female)
2. X.21 cables (H6-X21) or X.21 cable BOX

DSUB-25(Female)<--- TO --->DSUB-15(Male)
DSUB-25(Female)<--- TO --->DSUB-15(Female)
Note: Set I/F Select switch on the HCT-6000 to RS-449

position when using X.21 cable or optional X.21 cable BOX
(See Appendix B).
3. G.703 cable set

BNC Cable / E1
Bantam Cable / T1
RJ-45 (UTP) Cable
1.3.4 OPTIONAL G.703 INTERFACE
The G.703 FE1 or FT1 Access Units are optional external

interfaces which connect to the HCT-6000’s communication
port via the extension cable. The interface select switch
should be set to the RS-449 position. When the G.703
interface is attached, the HCT-6000 will sense its presence
and the G.703 indicator LED will light on the HCT-6000
panel. The G.703 I/F provides both BNC and RJ-45
connections. For a complete description and operating
instructions, please refer to the documentation that comes
with the optional interface.
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1.4 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE PORTS
1.4.1 DEFINITION
The HCT-6000 provides a slide switch to select a
V.24/RS232, V.35 or RS-449 communications port.
When viewing the unit from behind, pin one(1) of
the communications connector is located in the upper-left
hand position of the M/DB25 connector.
1.4.2 HCT-6000 PORT PIN ASSIGNMENT
a. V.24/RS-232 INTERFACE PIN ASSIGNMENT

PIN CIRCUIT FUNCTION DTE ⇐ ⇒ DCE EIA
1 FGND Protective gnd AA
2 TD Transmit data ⇒ BA
3 RD Receive data ⇐ BB
4 RTS Request to send ⇒ CA
5 CTS Clear to send ⇐ CB
6 DSR Data set ready ⇐ CC
7 GND Signal ground AB
8 DCD Carrier detect ⇐ CF
9 +9V +9V output
15 TC Transmit clock ⇐ DB
17 RC Receive clock ⇐ DD
20 DTR Data term ready ⇒ CD
24 XTC DTE xmit clock ⇒ DA
Figure 1-4 : RS232, unit pin assignment
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b. V.35 INTERFACE PIN ASSIGNMENT

PIN CIRCUIT FUNCTION DTE ⇔ DCE CCIT
T
1 FGND Protective gnd 101
2 TD(A) Xmit data A ⇒ 103
3 RD(A) Receive data A ⇐ 104
4 RTS Request to send ⇒ 105
5 CTS Clear to send ⇐ 106
6 DSR Data set ready ⇐ 107
7 GND Signal ground 102
8 DCD Data carrier detect ⇐ 109
9 RC(B) Receive clock B ⇐ 115
11 XTC(B) DTE Xmit clock B ⇒ 113
12 TC(B) Xmit clock B ⇐ 114
14 TD(B) Xmit data B ⇒ 103
15 TC(A) Xmit clock A ⇐ 114
16 RD(B) Receive data B ⇐ 104
17 RC(A) Receive clock A ⇐ 115
20 DTR Data terminal ready ⇒ 108
24 XTC(A) DTE Xmit clock A ⇒ 113
Figure 1-5 : V.35 unit pin assignment
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c. RS-449/RS-530 INTERFACE PIN ASSIGNMENT

PIN CIRCUIT FUNCTION DTE⇔DCE CCITT
2 SD(A) Xmit data A ⇒ 103
3 RD(A) Receive data A ⇐ 104
4 RS(A) Request to send A ⇒ 105
5 CS(A) Clear to send A ⇐ 106
6 DM(A) Data set ready A ⇐ 107
8 RR(A) Data carrier detect A ⇐ 109
9 RT(B) Receive clock B ⇐ 115
10 RR(B) Data carrier detect B ⇐ 109
11 TT(B) DTE Xmit clock B ⇒ 113
12 ST(B) Xmit data B ⇐ 114
13 CS(B) Clear to send B ⇐ 106
14 SD(B) Xmit data B ⇒ 103
15 ST(A) Xmit clock A ⇐ 114
16 RD(B) Receive data B ⇐ 104
17 RT(A) Receive clock A ⇐ 115
19 RS(B) Request to send B ⇒ 105
20 TR(A) Data terminal ready A ⇒ 108
22 DM(B) Data set ready B ⇐ 107
23 TR(B) Data terminal ready B ⇒ 108
24 TT(A) DTE Xmit clock A ⇒ 113
Figure 1-6 : RS-449/RS-530 unit pin assignment
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d. X.21 INTERFACE PIN ASSIGNMENT

PIN CIRCUIT FUNCTION DTE ⇔ DCE CCITT
2 T(A) Xmit data A ⇒ 103
3 R(A) Receive data A ⇐ 104
4 C(A) Request to send A ⇒ 105
8 I(A) Data carrier detect ⇐ 109
A
9 S(B) Receive clock B ⇐ 115
10 I(B) Data carrier detect ⇒ 109
B
14 T(B) Xmit data B ⇒ 103
16 R(B) Receive data B ⇐ 104
17 S(A) Receive clock A ⇐ 115
19 C(B) Request to send B ⇒ 105
Figure 1-7 : X.21 unit pin assignment
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c. PRINTER PORT PIN ASSIGNMENT
Pin Signal Description

1 /STROBE /STROBE pulse sent with data out.
2 DATA 1 These signals represent information for the 1st to
3 DATA 2 8th bits of parallel data. Each signal is at HIGH
4 DATA 3 level when data is logical 1 and LOW when it is
5 DATA 4 logical 0.
6 DATA 5
7 DATA 6
8 DATA 7
9 DATA 8
10 /ACK An 8µs pulse on this line indicates that the printer
received a data byte and it can receive another.
11 BUSY A HIGH signal received indicates that the printer is
busy because:
1) Buffer is full
2) Printer is initializing
3) Printer is deselected
4) During printer fault
12 PE This line goes high when paper empty.
13 SLCT This signal received from printer goes high when
printer is selected (or low when deselected).
14 /AUTO When this line is low, the printer performs an
FEED automatic line feed after each line.
15 /FAULT This line goes low when the printer is out of paper,
deselected, or in a fault state.
16 /INIT A low on this line initializes the printer.
17 /SLCTIN This line is fixed low, so the printer overrides DC3
(deselect) codes.
18- GND
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Figure 1-8 : PRINTER PORT pin assignment
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CHAPTER II : THE KEYBOARD
2.0 KEYBOARD OVERVIEW

2.0.1 : INTRODUCTION
The HCT-6000's keyboard combines the latest in
membrane switch technology to provide a full ASCII
keyboard with special functions and cursor movement
keys. The keyboard is dust and moisture proof to provide
long life use. Key lettering colors are grouped for easy
identification and selection when entering data in
different keyboard modes. The blue lettered keys contain
the FUNCTION (F1-F5) keys. The magenta colored
keys are used to enter control codes. The black lettered
keys are for hexadecimal data entry while the red lettered
keys are for QWERTY mode entry.
When the HCT-6000 is powered on, the keyboard
is in hexadecimal mode. In this mode, the center
functions of the keys are active (for example the large
black hexadecimal digits). To enter any of the characters,
shown in white, in the upper-right hand corner of some
keys, press and hold SHIFT (white lettered) and press
the appropriate key. To enter any of the control
characters such as DC1, ETB, ENQ, etc., shown in
magenta in the upper-left corner of the keys, press and
hold the CTRL (magenta colored) key and press the
appropriate key.
To switch to the QWERTY mode, press the
ALPHA (red colored) key. The QWERTY keys are
shown in red and are located in the lower-right hand
corner of the keys. The ALPHA key toggles the
keyboard between hexadecimal and QWERTY modes.
When in QWERTY mode, to enter a lowercase character,
press and hold SHIFT and press the selected alphabet
key.
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2.0.2 : KEYBOARD FIGURE
Figure 2-1 : KEYBOARD
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2.1 KEY FUNCTIONS

2.1.1 : MENU FUNCTION KEYS.
F1 ---- Configuration Setup
Setup parameters such as Baud Rate, Parity bit, Stop, etc.
F2 ---- Monitor
Programmable monitor functions.
F3 ---- Emulate
Programmable emulation functions.
F4 ---- Examine Data
On screen examination of captured data, file data, and
Timer/Counter.
F5 ---- 128K BERT ( Bit Error Rate Test )
Useful for checking transmission line quality.
MORE Next Page
Selects the second menu set of functions.
F1 ---- 2M BERT
Supports up to 2048kbps BERT.
F2 ---- Async Terminal
Emulates an Asynchronous terminal.
F3 ---- Configure Scan
When connected to an ASYNC communication line, the
scan can automatically configure the communication
PROTOCOL, BAUD RATE, DATA BIT, PARITY, and
STOP BIT, and then transmit the information onto the line.
F4 ---- File Manager
Control the management of (load, save, delete, etc.) a
maximum of five data save files which are held in the
internal battery backed-up RAM.
F5 ---- System Reset
Used to restore all internal settings to the factory defaults
and clear all data files.
MORE Next Page
Selects the third menu set of functions.
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F1 ---- Self Test

Calls up the menu for testing the HCT-6000 unit.
F2 ---- Miscellaneous
Includes setups for external interface power, key sound,
printer, and clock.
F3 ---- Up/Down Load to PC
Selects the upload or download function when connected
to a PC.
F4 ---- Diagnostic
Provides a means to test the V.24, V.35, and RS-449
interface drivers and receivers.
F5 ---- Online Monitor (DOS)
Enters monitor mode, executes programmable monitor
functions and transfers the captured data to MS-DOS
application, HCT-PC/Online Monitor.
MORE Next Page
Selects the fourth menu set of functions.
F1---- Online Monitor (WIN)
Enters monitor mode, executes programmable monitor
functions and transfers the captured data to Windows
application, HCT-PC/Online Monitor.
F2 ---- Review BERT Result
Reviews 128K BERT or 2M BERT testing result.
MORE Next Page
Returns to the first menu set of functions.
2.1.2: OTHER FUNCTION KEYS

ESC
ESCAPE or go back to previous menu.
RUN
Begin to EXECUTE (terminal or user program).
HEX
Toggle the display of screen data between
HEXIDECIMAL and ALPHANUMERIC modes.
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PRINT
Print the current data in storage.
ÕÖ
Move the CURSOR to the LEFT or RIGHT.
×Ø
Move the CURSOR UP or DOWN.
PgUp
During data display, Jump "UP" to the previous page.
PgDn
During data display, Jump "DOWN" to the next page.
HOME
Move the CURSOR to the HOME position.
END
Move the CURSOR to the END position.
HELP
Displays an OPERATION Message if available.
SPACE INSERT A SPACE
BACK BACKSPACE, CLEAR a CHARACTER
2.1.3: SPECIAL KEYS

CTRL
Use this key to generate special characters such as DC1,
DC2, DC3. Press and hold the CTRL key and any of the
"magenta" characters. (magenta characters are shown in
the upper left of each key).
ALPHA
Use this key to toggle between the "QWERTY" keys (red
characters in lower right of keys) and the large black
alpha-numeric keys
SHIFT
Use this key to enter lower case alpha characters and the
special symbols in "white" (shown in the upper right
corner of key).
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2.1.4: CURSOR KEYS DETAILS

Maneuvering through the HCT-6000's sub-windows is
accomplished through the use of the blue cursor movement
keys. Please follow the next example which demonstrates
both cursor and sub-window functions.
Power on the HCT-6000 and press any key to erase the
power on logo and display the first menu. Press the
"MORE" key to display the second function menu and then
press F2 to select Async Terminal.
When the TERMINAL SETUP screen is displayed, press
the "DOWN" arrow key repeatedly. Note that when you
reach the bottom, the screen will scroll up to display
additional parameters. Press the "UP" arrow key repeatedly
until it reaches the top parameter and then press the
"DOWN" arrow key to the SPEED parameter. To select
from the available parameter settings, press the right arrow
key. The sub-window will appear with a selection list. The
current setting will be shown in reverse text.
Figure 2-2 : SUB-WINDOW
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You may press "ESC" at any time to exit the sub-window

however, whatever setting has been hi-lighted will become
the new setting. To change the setting, use the up/down
arrow keys to browse the available settings and press
"ENTER" or "ESC" to make the change. Note: the
"PgUp/PgDn", "HOME", and "END" keys have no
function in the sub-window and are used when viewing
captured data.
The conventions for keyboard operation using the sub-

window are the same through out every menu in the HCT-
6000.
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3.0 INTRODUCTION and INITIAL POWER ON

3.0.1 Introduction
a. Set the proper communications interface type.
1. Slide the three position I/F select switch to select
either V.24/RS232, V.35, or RS-449.
2. Attach the appropriate cable to the communications
interface port.
b. If AC power is available, connect the AC adapter to
the DC power input jack located on the back side of
the unit. Plug the AC adapter into a power outlet that
provides the proper AC voltage.
c. The unit can be operated from the internal battery if
AC power is not readily available. However, ensure
that the unit has been connected to the power adapter
and that the internal battery has fully charged. (This
could take up to six hours.)
3.0.2 Initial Power ON

a. Slide the POWER switch to ON;
Figure 3-1 : LOGO SCREEN
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b. Adjust the display contrast with the thumb wheel

CONTRAST control, located on the right side of the
unit.
c. Press any key and the following will be displayed;
Figure 3-2 : FIRST MENU DISPLAY
d. Press the MORE key to display the second menu of

functions;
Figure 3-3 : SECOND MENU DISPLAY
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e. Press the MORE key to display the third menu of

functions.
Figure 3-4 : THIRD MENU DISPLAY
f. Press MORE again and display reverts back to the first

menu of functions.
Figure 3-5 : FIRST MENU DISPLAY (again)
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3.1 CONNECTION EXAMPLES
LINE TESTING
Figure 3-6 : LINE TESTING
HIGH SPEED BERT with G.703/T1 PACK

1544kbps Tx T1 Rx 1544kbps
Transmission
Rx Tx
Facilities
G.703/T1 G.703/T1
Point-to-point Point-to-point
Figure 3-7 : 2M BERT TEST
BERT with G.703/FE1-A PACK

Host Host
Tx Rx
TS2~3 (128kbps) Rx E1 Tx TS2~3 (128kbps)
TS5~6 (128kbps) Transmission TS5~6 (128kbps)
Tx Facilities
Rx
Rx Tx
G.703/FE1-A (2) G.703/FE1-A (2)

CASCADED CASCADED
Figure 3-8 : BERT TEST with Cascaded G.703/FE1-A
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LINK TESTING
Figure 3-9 : LINK TESTING
HCT-6000 AS DTE
Figure 3-10 : HCT-6000 AS DTE
HCT-6000 AS DCE
Figure 3-11 : HCT-6000 AS DCE
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LOOP BACK TEST
Figure 3-12 : LOOP BACK TEST
AUTO DETECTING
Figure 3-13 : AUTO DETECTING
AUTO SCANNING
Figure 3-14 : AUTO SCANNING
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4.0 INTRODUCTION
The HCT-6000 and HCT-6000A protocol analyzers
provide V.24/RS232, RS-449 and V.35 interfaces to
communicate with a variety of devices. They can serve as an
on-line data collector, analyzer, simulator, monitor, data
server for printer, and as an instrument to estimate the quality
of communications. The HCT-6000 can automatically check
the type of communication under Auto-configuration mode
and can be linked to a personal computer. (HCT-PC
Software is provided.)
4.0.1 : Normal operation flow chart
Power on the HCT-6000

Link with communication line
Setup or confirm
communication configuration
Monitor or emulate on-line

data transmission with
or without program control
Examine the Modify program PC Upload/

captured data for debugging Download
Test again
Figure 4-1 : NORMAL OPERATION FLOW CHART
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4.0.2 : Operational menu chart

POWER ON SCREEN
<press any key>
<MORE>
MENU Page 1
[F1] [F2] [F3] [F4] [F5]
Emulate Exam 128K

Setup Monitor BERT
Data
[F1] [F2] [F1] [F2] [F3]

Capture File Count
Auto Manual
Data Data Timer
<MORE>
MENU Page 2
[F1] [F2] [F3] [F4] [F5]

2M Config File System
A-Term
BERT Scan Manage Reset
<MORE>
MENU Page 3
[F1] [F2] [F3] [F4] [F5]

Self Up/dn Diag- Online
Misc.
Test Load nostic Monitor
[F1] [F2] [F3]
V.24 V.35 V.36
[F1] [F2] [F3] [F4]

External Key Print Clock
Power Sound Setup Setup
[F1] [F2] [F3] [F4] [F5]

Single Cont. Print LCD Keybd.
Mode Mode Port Test Test
Figure 4-2 : OPERATIONAL MENU CHART
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4.1 COMMUNICATIONS SETTINGS
4.1.1 : Setup
From the PAGE 1 MENU, press F1 - SETUP. The
following screen will appear;
Figure 4-3 : Configuration Setup Screen
The HCT-6000 has the ability to automatically configure

itself by analyzing incoming data. Use the "Auto
Configuration" function to auto scan the communication
protocol and parameter settings. Use the "Manual
Configuration" function to setup exact parameters. Use the
"Remote Port Setup" function to setup the speed of the
remote control port.
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4.2 AUTO CONFIGURATION
4.2.1 : Connection
First Connect the communication port to a data line and

start communication activity.
4.2.2 : Operation
PRESS the " F1 " key and wait a moment. There must be
constant data received on the interface. Depending upon the
baud rate and code, proper determination of the configuration
could take several minutes.
The HCT-6000 will display the parameters on the LCD as

in the example in this figure.
Figure 4-4 : Auto Configuration Screen (during scan)
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4.2.3 : Auto-Configuration requirements
The HCT-6000 requires enough characters in the data

flow to completely identify the type of transmission. The
minimum requirements are a continuous 10 - 50 character
data flow where there is at least one "0 followed by 1 " and
a "1 followed by 0" code sequence present. In asynchronous
transmissions, there must be at least two "FF" idle characters
between data strings. When identifying synchronous
transmissions, the TC (transmission clock) and/or ETC (end
of transmission character) have to be present to supply the
clock. Both data and idle characters must be present. In Bit
Orient Protocols (B.O.P), there must be at least one good
FCS and the frame size must be less than 255 characters in
length.
At this point, if RUN is pressed on the keyboard, the

HCT-6000 will directly enter Monitor Mode Display. Bi-
directional data flow will be displayed on the LCD. DTE and
DCE data will be displayed on alternate lines.
Figure 4-5 : Monitor Mode Display
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NOTES:
Please note that in the previous figure, DTE is displayed
on ODD numbered lines in normal character attributes (black
on white) while DCE is displayed on EVEN lines in reverse
characters (white on black).
If the criteria for Automatic Configuration cannot be met

or if you already know the settings for the communication
parameters, press the F2 key from the Configuration Setup
menu to perform MANUAL CONFIGURATION.
4.3 MANUAL CONFIGURATION
a. Connect the communication port

b. Press F1 key to reach the Configuration Setup Menu.
c. Press F2 key to perform Manual Configuration.
d: Review the Keyboard instructions in Chapter II, 2.1.4,
or follow the example below.
Figure 4-6 : Manual Configuration Screen
1. Use the down Ø arrow key to see the additional

parameter settings.
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Figure 4-7 : Manual Configuration Screen
2. Use the Ö arrow key to enter the edit SUB-WINDOW

and select the parameter setting.
Figure 4-8 : Editor Sub-Window
3: Use the ×Ø arrow keys to select from the allowable

parameters within the Sub-Window.
4: Finally use the ENTER key to accept the parameter
and exit the Editor Sub-Window.
5. Continue to set the proper parameters for protocol,
code, speed, bits, parity, etc.
6. After the communication parameters are set, the HCT-
6000 can be placed directly into MONITOR by
pressing the RUN key.
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Notes on HCT-6000 Manual Configuration of Tx Clock:
1) The transmitting clock of RD is RC.

2) If the transmitting clock of TD is TC, you must set “Tx Clock:” to
DCE.
3) If the transmitting clock of TD is XTC, you must set “Tx Clock :”
to DTE.
4) The clock source table is as follows:
Manual Clock Source

Config.
Tx Clock: Monitor Emulate DTE Emulate DCE
TD RD TD RD TD RD
DCE TC RC TC RC TC=RC* TC=RC*
DTE XTC RC XTC* RC XTC TC=RC*
Figure 4-9 : Tx Clock Source Table
*denotes that clock is issued from the HCT-6000
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4.4 MONITOR MODE
4.4.1 : Operation
In MONITOR mode, the HCT-6000 will receive both

DTE and DCE traffic and analyze. The HCT-6000 provides
an editor to enter a user written procedure which can execute
program steps in MONITOR mode for capturing and
inspecting data. For detailed information and examples, see
CHAPTER V, Examples of Application. Programs are
written using a set of commands. A total of 31 procedure
blocks (LABEL (n)) can be written with each block
consisting of up to 255 procedures.
4.4.2: Monitoring On-line
Enter menu page 1, then PRESS F2
Figure 4-10 : Monitor Mode Screen
Monitor Mode supports these data rates :

ASYNC : 50bps to 128kbps.
SYNC/BSC, HDLC, SDLC, X.25, DDCMP, Frame Relay :
150bps to 128kbps.
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NOTES :
The monitoring data format and the contents to be
displayed can all be adjusted to your requirements by setting
the MONITOR Source, Display, and Buffer Type in the
Manual Configuration Setup.
Source : DTE, DCE, Both DTE and DCE.

Display :Full Duplex, Half duplex, Data & State,
Frame/Packet
Buffer Type : Fixed, Ring
Codes : ASCII, EBCDIC, Hex, IPARS, Transcode, EBCD.
4.4.3: Terminal Emulation

From Menu Page 1 press the F3 - Emulate key. The
Emulate screen will be displayed.
Figure 4-11 : Emulate Mode display
When in EMULATE mode, the HCT-6000 can emulate a

DTE or DCE terminator and analyze both DTE and DCE
traffic. For detailed information and examples, see
CHAPTER V, Examples of Application. Programs are
written using a set of commands. A total of 31 procedure
blocks (LABEL (n)) can be written with each block
consisting of up to 255 procedures.
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The EMULATE and MONITOR functions of the HCT-

6000 are two of the most powerful. They are useful in
diagnosing many communication problems as well as aiding
in debugging new communication devices at both the
software and hardware levels. This makes the HCT-6000 an
invaluable tool in supporting communication networks and in
new product development. Please refer to the examples of
application in CHAPTER V.
4.4.4: Captured data
Definition :
During real time monitoring, data is stored into the
capture buffer. The data stored in this buffer can then be
analyzed and/or printed. In auto-configuration mode, there
will be a slight delay from the time of receipt of data and
display of data. The HCT-6000 must compare the
transmission with internal tables to determine and verify the
proper protocol.
In manual-configuration mode, following the pressing of
the RUN key, the HCT-6000 will wait for data, sense it and
pass directly to the capture memory and display. The data
captured includes the transmitted data (full or half duplex),
handshaking lines state, and frame/packet (if applicable).
Please refer to page IV-4 for instructions on running Auto
Configuration mode or page IV-7 for Manual Configuration
mode.
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4.4.5 : Examine Captured data
From the PAGE 1 Menu, PRESS F4 Exam data.
Figure 4-12 : Examine Data menu
4.4.5.1. Display Captured Data

Press F1 and the below menu will be displayed on the
LCD.
Figure 4-13 : Choose Display Type
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Press F1 to display the data only. Refer to this figure.
Figure 4-14 : Data Only Display
The DTE data is displayed in normal characters

(black on white) while DCE data is displayed on alternate
rows, in reverse characters (white on black). If the HEX
key is pressed at this point, the data will be displayed in
hex format. Pressing HEX again will revert display back
to alphabetical mode.
Press F2 to display data and state. Refer to the

next figure.
Figure 4-15 : Data & State Display
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Use the PgDn and PgUp keys to browse through

the capture buffer. To view selected data types, press the
MORE key. The sub-window will appear allowing
selection of the following display options.
Figure 4-16 : Data Display Options
4.4.5.2 Display options

a. DTE & DCE
Data without packet and shown directly on the
LCD.
b. FRAME
Displays the packet contents.*
c. FRAME & DATA
Displays the complete packet with the frame
contents and complete data in the packet, one packet
at a time.*
d. STATE & DATA
The first four rows of the display show the signal
state for RTS, CTS, DSR, and DTR. Rows five and six
display the DTE and DCE data.
*note: " FRAME " and " FRAME & DATA " display
functions are applicable only for HDLC, SDLC, X.25,
DDCMP, FRAME RELAY, and TCP/IP protocols.
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e. DCE only
Only displays DCE data.
f. DTE only
Only displays DTE data.
g. Half duplex
DTE uses normal characters while DCE uses
reverse characters. Both DTE and DCE data are
displayed on the same line.
h. Full duplex
DTE uses normal characters while DCE uses
reverse characters. Both DTE and DCE data are
displayed on alternating lines.
4.4.5.3 Search Data

Press ENTER on the item Search in the MORE
Sub-Window. Use the PgUp and PgDn keys to
select DTE Data, DCE Data, Parity Err, or Frame Err.
Press RUN.
The HCT-6000 starts to search from the beginning
of data, character by character. If no match is found,
the LCD will display the " DATA NOT FOUND "
message. Otherwise, the display will start from the
first matched data.
4.4.5.4 Print Data

Under any " EXAM DATA " display mode, with
a printer connected to the HCT-6000's printer port,
press the PRINT key. The stored data in the
capture buffer will be printed.
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4.4.5.5 Examine Frame & State
From the Examine Captured Data menu, select F3

to examine Frame & Packet.
Figure 4-17 : Examine Frame & Packet
Note: The Examine Frame & Packet menu is only

available if the protocol is set to HDLC, SDLC, X.25,
DDCMP, FRAME RELAY, or optional TCP/IP or Frame
Relay.
With regards to the FCS field, the following

descriptions apply.
FCS=G : The frame’s CRC check is OK.
FCS=B : The frame’s CRC check is BAD.
FCS=A : The frame was aborted.
FCS=E : The length field is not allowed.
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4.4.6 : Examine File data
From the F4 Exam Data menu, press F2, the following will be
displayed.
Figure 4-18 : Examine File Menu
Select the file you wish to view using the appropriate

function key. If no captured data was saved into the internal
file, then the message " THERE IS NO DATA " will be
displayed. If there is data, it will be displayed through the
same function menu as in figure 4-12.
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4.4.7 : Examine Timer/Counter
From the F4 Exam Data menu press F3, the contents of the five
(5) each timers and (5) counters can be viewed and printed.
Figure 4-19 : Timer and Counter Display
The display will show the values as in the above format.

The counter values are in units while the timer values
indicate milli-seconds (1/1000 sec). One thousand (1000)
milli-seconds are equal to one (1) second.
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4.5 128K BERT SETUP
4.5.1 : Setup
From the FUNCTION SELECT Screen, press the F5 key.

The following screen will be displayed.
Figure 4-20 128K BERT SETUP Screen
Using the “Ø” arrow key, further menu items will scroll up
the screen. Move the arrow down to the last menu item. The
screen should look as follows.
Figure 4-21 BERT SETUP Screen (cont.)
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Return the cursor to the top of the screen (to the “Pattern”
parameter setting) by using the “×” arrow key.
4.5.2 : Pattern Parameter Setting

Use the “Ö” arrow key to open the sub-window which
displays the available data patterns for BERT . Use the “×”
and “Ø” arrow keys to browse the available patterns. They
include 63, 511, 2047, ”Fox” (ASCII), Space (all zeros),
Mark (all ones), and Alt (alternate ones and zeros). Hi-light
the appropriate pattern and press ENTER or ESC.
4.5.3 : Block Size Setting

Hi-light the parameter setting for Block Size and press the
“Ö” arrow key to open the sub-window. Set the block size to
either the pattern size or to 1000 bits. Press ENTER or ESC.
4.5.4 : Duration Setting

Follow the same keystroke procedures and set the
Duration to bit counts of 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108 bits, or to
minutes duration of 1, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60 minutes or set to run
continuously.
4.5.5 : Alarm Setting

The alarm settings may be disabled or set to trigger after 1,
10, 100, or 1000 bits in error.
4.5.6 : Protocol Setting

The HCT-6000 supports both ASYNC and SYNC
protocols. Select the protocol for your application.
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4.5.7 : Speed Setting

Refer the page I-5 for a complete listing of available baud
rates for both ASYNC and SYNC. Select the appropriate
speed for you application.
4.5.8 : Bits Setting

When using ASYNC protocol, the HCT-6000 supports 5,
6, 7, or 8 bits. Only 8 bits are supported in SYNC mode.
When choosing SYNC protocol, 8 bits will automatically be
set.
4.5.9 : Parity Setting

When using ASYNC protocol, the HCT-6000 supports a
parity setting of ODD, EVEN or NONE. No Parity bits are
supported in SYNC mode. When choosing SYNC protocol,
no parity bits will apply.
4.5.10 : Stop Bits Setting

Stop bits only apply when using ASYNC protocol settings.
The stop bits may be set to 1, 1.5, or 2.
4.5.11 : Tx Clock Setting

The Tx Clock only applies when using SYNC protocol
settings. The Tx Clock may be set to DCE or DTE. When
set to DCE, the TD rate is set according to the received TC
(is dependent on an external source). When set to DTE, the
HCT-6000’s TD rate is set according to the outgoing XTC
(which is based upon an internal clock). RD is always
synchronized by external RC.
4.5.12 : Xon/off Setting

The HCT-6000 allows enabling or disabling transmission
of software flow control. Set according to your application.
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4.5.13 : Flow control Setting

of hardware flow control. Set as required by your application.
4.5.14 : Print Interval Setting

Automatic printout can be enabled at intervals of 5, 10, 15,
30, or 60 minutes.
4.5.15 : Print On Error Setting

By enabling this parameter, the HCT-6000 will print
whenever an error condition occurs.
4.5.16 : Display Setting

When the Normal mode is selected, the HCT-6000 shows
both transmitted and received results. When the Tx Simplex
mode is selected, the display shows transmitted status only.
When the Rx Simplex mode is selected, the display shows
received results only.
4.6 RUNNING 128K BERT

4.6.1 : Start Bit Error Rate Testing
After all parameters are set and connections made, BERT
testing is started by pressing the RUN key. The following
screen will be displayed.
Figure 4-22 : BERT Running

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While BERT is running the following function

keys are in effect:
F1 Forces a single bit error.
F2 Forces five(5) single bit errors.
F3 Resets the timer and all bit/block counters to zero.
ESC Exits BERT testing.
RUN Halts BERT testing. HALT will be displayed. At
this point, a print out may be done by pressing the
PRINT key. Pressing RUN again will restart
testing.
1 Sets the RTS or CTS lead status to active (space).
2 Sets the RTS or CTS lead status to inactive (mark).
3 Sets the DTR or DSR lead status to active (space).
4 Sets the DTR or DSR lead status to inactive (mark).
4.6.2 : Communication Line Quality Test
To test and check the quality of a transmission line, the

HCT-6000 sends continuous data which is then looped back,
received, and compared. Any discrepancies indicate that an
error has occurred.
a: Available BAUD Rates for testing:

ASYNC : 50 bps - 128 Kbps,
SYNC (BSC) : 150 bps - 115.2 Kbps.
b: Available test transmission PATTERNS :

63/511/2047, MARK (all 1's), SPACE (all 0's), FOX
(ASCII), and ALT (0101).
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4.6.3 : Connections
There are two recommended connection methods. The

first requires two HCT-6000s, one connected on each side of
the communication line via a "null" connection. In other
words, the transmit signal from one unit is connected to the
receive input of the other unit and visa versa.
The second method requires only one HCT-6000 on one

end of the communication line and a physical loop back at
the other end. The HCT-6000 can transmit the selected
pattern continuously, will synchronize with the received data
and count bit errors. By looping back at different points on
the data link or by testing with various BAUD rates, the
BERT test function can determine line quality, acceptable
band width, or serve as an aid in trouble shooting and
isolating cable/connector deficiencies.
4.6.4 : Setup
When using an HCT-6000 on both sides of the
communication line, set the parameters SELECT PATTERN,
DATA BLOCK, SPEED, CLOCK (if sync), and ALARM
TIMER to identical settings on both units. Connect the units
such that the transmit pin of one unit is connected to the
receive pin of the other. If using a single unit, set a loop back
on the transmission cable from the receive pin to the transmit
pin.
4.6.5 : Testing
To start testing, if using two units, press the RUN key
at the same time on both units on each end of the
communications line. Otherwise, just press RUN on the
single unit.
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The length of testing time is determined by the setup

information. The advantage of using two units for testing is
that the sending and receiving channels can be tested
simultaneously since each HCT-6000 contains its own
transmitter and receiver.
128K BERT User’s Notes:
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4.7 2M BERT MODE (HIGH SPEED) SETUP

NOTE: Not available on the HCT-6000A.
4.7.1 : Setup
From the PAGE 2 Menu, PRESS F1 2M BERT.
Figure 4-23 : 2M BERT SETUP
4.7.2 : Mode Parameter Setting

displays the available modes for BERT . Use the “×” and
“Ø” arrow keys to browse the available modes. The two
modes available are DTE and DCE.
4.7.3 : Pattern Parameter Setting

displays the available data patterns for 2M BERT . Use the
“×” and “Ø” arrow keys to browse the available patterns.
The patterns include 63, 127, 511, 2047, 2e15-1, 2e20-1,
ORSS, 2e23-1, Space (all zeros), Mark (all ones), Alt
(alternate ones and zeros), 11001100, 3 in 24, 1 in 16, 1 in 8,
and 1 in 4. Hi-light the appropriate pattern and press
ENTER or ESC.
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4.7.4 : Duration Parameter Setting

Hi-light the parameter setting for Duration and press the
“Ö” arrow key to open the sub-window. Set the duration to
1, 5, 10, 15, 30, 60 minutes or “Forever”. Press ENTER or
ESC. NOTE: this setting is overridden by the Event Timer
setting under Clock Setup. See 3.5.4
4.7.5 : Alarm Setting

The alarm settings may be disabled or set to trigger after 1,
10, 100, or 1000 bits in error.
4.7.6 : Speed Setting

The speed settings for 2M BERT include 48K and all N56
(T1) and N64 (E1) multiples up to 2048Kbps. Select the
appropriate speed for you application.
4.7.7 : Tx Clock Setting

The Tx Clock may be set to Internal, Inverted Internal,
External, or Inverted External. Refer to figure 1-1, page I-9.
4.7.8 : Rx Clock Setting

The Rx Clock may be set to DPLL (digital phase locked
loop), External, or Inverted External. Refer to figure 1-1,
page I-9.
4.7.9 : Tx Error Rate Setting

The HCT-6000 allows setting of transmit error rate to
Single, 10e-1, 10e-2, 10e-3, 10e-4, 10e-5, 10e-6, or 10e-7.
Set according to your desired application.
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4.7.10 : Flow control Setting

of hardware flow control. Set as required by your application.
4.7.11 : Print Interval Setting

Automatic printout can be enabled at intervals of 5, 10, 15,
30, or 60 minutes.
4.7.12 : Print On Error Setting

By enabling this parameter, the HCT-6000 will print
whenever an error condition occurs.
4.7.13 : Display Setting

When the Normal mode is selected, the HCT-6000 shows
both transmitted and received results. When the Tx Simplex
mode is selected, the display shows transmitted status only.
When the Rx Simplex mode is selected, the display shows
received results only.
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4.8 RUNNING 2M BERT
4.8.1 Procedure
After setting up all of the 2M BERT parameters, activate

BERT testing by pressing RUN. The following screen will
be displayed.
Figure 4-24 : 2M BERT while running
Abbreviation Definition Range and/or note

Speed Data rate Parameter setting.
Pat Pattern Parameter setting.
Bit Rx Received bit count 0 to 999999999,
1.0000e9 to 9.9999e14
Bit Er Received bit error count 0 to 999999999,
1.0000e9 to 9.9999e14
Bit Er/R Received bit error rate 0 to 1.0e-15
SLSec Sync loss seconds 0 to 999999999
EFSec Error free seconds 0 to 999999999
ERSec Error seconds 0 to 999999999
Forced Er Forced error bit count. 0 to 999999
0D00:00:05 Test duration 0 seconds to 9999 days
Figure 4-25 : 2M BERT display definitions
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High speed BERT mode offers extended patterns

for testing. They included all the patterns of 128k BERT
plus; 2e15-1, 2e20-1,QRSS,2e23-1, 11001100, 1 in 16
(1000000000000000), 1 in 8 (10000000), 1 in 4 (1000),
and 3 in 24 (001000000000000000100010).
While High Speed BERT is running the following

function keys are in effect:
F1 Forces a single bit error when pressed.

F2 Toggles the display format to G.821 analysis.
F3 Resets the timer and all bit counters to zero.
F4 Turns on/off the automatic error injection
depending upon the setting of the Tx Error Rate
parameter. An asterisk “*” indicated that Tx Error
injection is active.
ESC Exits BERT testing.
RUN Halts BERT testing. HALT will be displayed. At
this point, a print out may be done by pressing the
PRINT key. Pressing RUN again will reset and
restart testing. During normal running, “SYNC.”
will be displayed. If the connection is lost then
“SYN.LOSS” will be displayed.
1 Sets the RTS or CTS lead status to active (space).
2 Sets the RTS or CTS lead status to inactive (mark).
3 Sets the DTR or DSR lead status to active (space).
4 Sets the DTR or DSR lead status to inactive (mark).
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The following screen shows the G.821 display format by

toggling the F2 key.
Figure 4-26 : G.821 display format for 2M BERT.
Abbreviation Definition Range and note

AVL SEC Available Seconds 0 to 999999999
%AVL SEC Percent of Available 0 to 100%
Seconds
DEG MIN Degraded Minutes 0 to 999999999
%DEG MIN Percent of Degraded 0 to 100%
Minutes
SE SEC Severely Errored 0 to 999999999
Seconds
%SE SEC Percent of Severely 0 to 100%
Errored Seconds
ERR SEC G.821 Errored Seconds 0 to 999999999
%ERR SEC Percent of G.821 Errored 0 to 100%
Seconds
UNA SEC Unavailable Seconds 0 to 999999999
%UNA SEC Percent of Unavailable 0 to 100%
Seconds
0D00:00:18 Elapsed Time 0 seconds to 9999 days
Figure 4-27 : G.821 display definitions
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4.8.2 : Communication Line Quality Test

To test and check the quality of a transmission line, the
HCT-6000 sends continuous data which is then looped back,
received, and compared. Any discrepancies indicate that an
error has occurred.
a: Available speeds for testing:

48Kbps
N64 to 2048Kbps
N56 to 2048Kbps
b: Available test transmission PATTERNS :

63/127/511/2047, MARK (all 1's), SPACE (all 0's),
ALT(0101), 2e15-1, 2e20-1, 2e23-1, and QRSS.
4.8.3 : Connections
There are two recommended connection methods. The
first requires two HCT-6000s, one connected on each side of
the communication line via two modems or "null"
connections. In this method, the transmit signal from one
unit is connected to the receive input of the other unit and
visa versa.
The second method requires only one HCT-6000 on one
end of the communication line and a physical loop back at
the other end. The HCT-6000 can transmit the selected
pattern continuously, will synchronize with the received data
and count bit errors. By looping back at different points on
the data link or by testing with various BAUD rates, the
BERT test function can determine line quality, acceptable
bandwidth, or serve as an aid in trouble shooting and
isolating cable/connector deficiencies.
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4.8.4 : Two Units Setup

When using HCT-6000s on both ends of the
communication line, set the parameters Pattern, Duration,
Speed, and Alarm to identical settings on both units.
Connect the units such that the transmit pin of one unit is
connected to the receive pin of the other. If using only a
single HCT-6000 unit, set a loop back on the transmission
cable from the receive pin to the transmit pin.
4.8.5 : Testing
To start testing, if using two units, press the RUN key at
the same time on both units on each end of the
communications line. Otherwise, just press RUN on the
single unit. The length of testing time is determined by the
setup information. The advantages of using two units for
testing are that the sending and receiving channels can be
tested simultaneously and at longer distances (a physical loop
back will double the apparent distance as the signal retraces
through the cable) since each HCT-6000 contains its own
transmitter and receiver.
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4.9 ASYNC TERMINAL EMULATION
4.9.1 : ASYNC Terminal Setup
The first step in emulating terminal equipment is to set the

proper communication protocol and parameters to match the
host equipment. Follow the example below which will
demonstrate the ASYNC terminal emulation function.
From the PAGE 2 Menu, PRESS F2 - Async-Terminal. The

display will show the following.
Figure 4-28 : Terminal Setup Screen
4.9.2 : Example for ASYNC Terminal
Manually configure for DCE, 9600 bps, 8 bits, no parity,

and 1 stop bit. Exit the Config menu by pressing ESC or
press RUN to enter terminal mode. Using the supplied RS-
232 cable, connect the interface port on the HCT-6000 to an
unused COM port on any IBM compatible personal computer
running the Microsoft DOS operating system.
(IBM and Microsoft are registered trademarks of their

respective companies.)
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Make sure that the I/F Select switch on the HCT-6000 is

set to RS-232. Since the communication port of a PC is DTE,
please set the HCT-6000 to emulate DCE. On the PC
keyboard enter the following:
[path]\MODE COMx:9600,N,8,1 < ENTER > where

path is the directory where the DOS files are located and "x"
is the number of the COM port connected to the HCT-6000.
next enter
CTTY COMx
Now the console input to your PC has been directed for
reception from the HCT-6000 on COMx. You can control the
PC remotely. Try typing in a few simple DOS commands
(DIR, CHDIR, etc.). To return control back to the PC
keyboard, on the HCT-6000 enter:
CTTY CON
Now control of the PC has been returned to the PC
keyboard.
Now try sending some text messages from the PC. For
example, use the DOS re-direct command;
TYPE {filename} > COMx
The data will display.
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4.10 AUTO SCAN AND CONFIGURE
Auto scan is used to send out combinations of baud rate,

data bit, parity, and stop bit to detect the configuration of the
connected equipment.
From the PAGE 2 Menu, PRESS F3 Configure Scan. The

display will show:
Figure 4-29 : Configuration Scan Setup Screen
When setting the Scan Type, choose between AUTO, STEP, or

REPEAT.
a. Auto: The speed, bits, and parity will change as data is sent
out automatically until ESC is pressed.
b. Step: The parameters will change and data will be sent when
any key except ESC is pressed.
c. Repeat: The parameters will not change. Data will be sent

when any key is pressed except ESC.
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After completing the parameter setup, the scanning begins

when the RUN key is pressed. When the scan settings match
those of the connected device, the process message will
display on the target device. During the scan operation, you
will observe the changing of baud rate, bits, and parity. The
scan can be stopped at any time by pressing the ESC key.
Figure 4-30 : Process Message
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4.11 FILE MANAGEMENT
4.11.1 : Introduction
The HCT-6000 includes a system for storing and

retrieving configuration settings, captured data, and the
monitor and emulate programs. The HCT-6000 has a total of
512K bytes of battery backed-up static RAM for use by both
the work buffer and filing system (1K=1024 bytes). Of the
512KB available, a maximum of 485KB may be used for file
storage and/or capture buffer. There is always a minimum of
16KB for use by the work buffer. If all 485KB were used by
the capture buffer, there would be 0KB available for file
storage. For any files saved, the RAM they occupy will be
unavailable for use by the capture buffer. If a larger capture
buffer is desired, the RAM may only be freed by deleting a
file. NOTE: Files are also cleared via the System Reset.
(refer to section 4.12)
4.11.2 : Operation
From the PAGE 2 MENU, press F4. The following will display.
Figure 4-31 : File Manager, Opening Menu
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The item FREE, indicates the amount of memory

available for file storage. It is equal to 512KB minus the
capture buffer (16K minimum reserved), minus 11K
overhead, minus any existing file usage. Use the SAVE
command to store your temporary data into the storage RAM.
Use LOAD to recall previously saved data. The CLEAR
command is used to erase a file and free memory.
When pressing the ENTER key, the entry window will

change to select the appropriate file.
Figure 4-32 : File Manager, File Selection
Select the file and press ENTER. The save file menu will
appear.
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Figure 4-33 : File Manager, Data Type Selection
Now, using the up/down arrow keys, select the type of

data to be saved in the file. Choose from Capture Data,
Configuration Setup, Monitor Program, Emulation Program,
or ALL. NOTE: If you plan to use the UP/DOWN LOAD
functions with the PC software, you must select "ALL" in
order to maintain a compatible file structure. The screen
will look something like this:
Figure 4-34 : File Manager, Save File Screen
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In the previous figure, we have chosen to save Capture

Data. The screen tells us there is 485K in the capture buffer.
You are now prompted to enter the amount, in K-Bytes, of
the buffer to be saved. In the select data field, F1 will erase
an entry, F2 will go to the first character in the entry field,
F3 will go to the last character, while F4 and F5 have no
function in this menu. In our example, we key-in "32" and
then hit ENTER followed by ESC.
If we had chosen to save ALL data, we would arrow key

down to ALL, press ENTER, key-in "32" in the select data,
press ENTER and then ESC. If, for example, you only
desire to save 12K of the total 485K captured buffer, you
would key-in "12" and then press ENTER followed by ESC.
When data has been captured, and you want to capture

more, the data in the buffer will be over-written. Therefore,
you must use the save function or you will loose the previous
data. After saving the data, you can return to the monitor or
emulate function and capture more data. You can actually
access a total of six sets of data, one set for each of the
available files plus the buffer itself.
To save configuration parameters and/or monitor/emulate

programs, complete parameter or program entry, then enter
the file manager to save.
NOTE: After storing captured data, the capture buffer is

cleared, the data cannot be LOADed back into the capture
buffer. If you try to Examine the captured data after saving
to a file, no data will be found. To view the stored data use
the EXAM FILE DATA function (see 4.4.6).
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4.12 SYSTEM RESET
4.12.1 : Definition
System Reset is used to restore all the factory default

parameters from the system ROM to the internal RAM. All
captured data, programs, timers, counters, and stored files
will be cleared.
4.12.2 : Operation
From the PAGE 2 Menu, PRESS F5 - System Reset. The

display will show:
Figure 4-35 : Reset Screen
Pressing the ENTER key will return you to the first

MENU page. To do a System Reset, press the left arrow key
to select "YES" and then press ENTER. You will be
prompted one more time with the "Are you sure ?" message.
Press ESC to exit or ENTER to initiate the reset procedure.
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4.13 SELF TEST
4.13.0 Description
The tests performed by the HCT-6000 are selected from

the menu 3 page, F1. From the Self Test menu, F1 and F2
select the SINGLE MODE and CONTINUOUS MODE
respectively. The same tests are available under both
SINGLE MODE and CONTINUOUS MODE. The
difference between the two modes is that in SINGLE
MODE, the tests are run for one pass only. In
CONTINUOUS MODE, the tests are run repeatedly until
the a key is pressed when the "press any key to exit."
message is displayed, the unit is powered off, or the battery
becomes too low for the unit to function properly.
The tests confirm proper operation of the HCT-6000's

CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT (CPU), the READ ONLY
MEMORY (ROM), and the RANDOM ACCESS MEMORY
(RAM) as well as internal loop-back tests for the
communications interface. Selecting F3, runs the Printer
Port Test. F4 selects the LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY
(LCD) for testing, while F5 will test the tactile membrane
KEYBOARD.
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4.13.1 Self Test Single Mode
From the Page 3 MENU, select F1, Self Test.
Figure 4-36 : Self Test Main Menu
Selecting F1 from the Self Test Menu will run the internal
test routine for one pass. The resultant display will look like
this.
Figure 4-37 : Self Test Single Pass
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4.13.2 : Self Test Continuous Mode
Selecting F2 Self Test Continue Mode, from the Self

Test Menu, will run the internal tests continuously, non-stop.
In continuous mode, the display test is added to the test
routine.
4.13.3 : Print Port Test
Selecting F3 Print Port Test, will print an ASCII CODE

pattern of printable characters (20H---7FH) to any attached
printer. If no printer is attached to the parallel port, a
PRINTER BUSY message will be displayed on the LCD
screen.
4.13.4 : LCD Test
Selecting F4 LCD Test, will test the LCD display in the

following manner. All pixels will light ON and then OFF.
Then the Display will show the character set with NORMAL,
FLASHING, and REVERSE video attributes.
Figure 4-38 : Display Test Screen
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4.13.5 : Keyboard Test
F5 Keyboard Test will bring up the last test in the Self

Test menu. The display should resemble the following figure.
Figure 4-39 : Keyboard Test Screen
The relative key positions will be shown on the LCD.

With every press of a key on the keyboard, the relative
position markers will change to a square box, indicating
proper operation of the key.
To EXIT at any time, Press SHIFT and ESC .
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4.14 MISCELLANEOUS
From the Page 3 Menu, select function F2 Miscellaneous.

The following will be displayed.
Figure 4-40 : MISCELLANEOUS MENU
4.14.1 : External Power Function (I/F Power)
From the Miscellaneous Menu Select F1 Ext-Power

Setup.
Figure 4-41 : External Power Setup
THIS FUNCTION IS ONLY FOR THE RS-232 INTERFACE

MODE.
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Using the LEFT arrow key, toggle to ON and then press

the ESC key. This will supply external power to the RS-232
I/F (interface) pin 9. The Status LED will light to indicate
power is present at the interface. The default setting is OFF.
4.14.2 : Key Sound Setup
The beep sound when a key is depressed can be turned

OFF or ON. From the Miscellaneous Menu press the F2 key.
The following will display.
Figure 4-42 : Key Sound Setup
Toggle between ON and OFF , using left and right arrow

keys, to enable or disable the Beep sound and then press the
ESC key.
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4.14.3 : Print function setting
The mode of printing may be selected between normal or

condensed print. From the Miscellaneous Menu press the F3
key. The following will be displayed.
Figure 4-43 : Printer Setup Screen
Toggle between NORMAL and CONDENSE, using left

and right arrow keys, to enable or disable condensed printing
and then press the ESC key.
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4.14.4 : Clock Setup
The internal clock of the HCT-6000 may be set through

this menu. From the Miscellaneous Menu press the F4 key.
The following will be displayed.
Figure 4-44 : Clock Setup Screen
From the cursor position, either change the entry or press

ENTER to accept the current value. Only the fields for setting date &
time and the event time may be edited. Press ESC anytime to exit. In
order for changes to be saved, you must press ENTER on all of the
remaining fields.
After completing all of the entry fields, the “Press <F1> key”
message will be displayed. By confirming this function, when the
current time equals the event time, any process you may be running,
such as an emulation program, will stop automatically.
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4.15 UP/DOWN LOAD
4.15.1 : Upload/Download Setup
An application program is provided with the HCT-

6000 to run on a PC. This program facilitates the transfer of
data between the PC and HCT-6000 and for viewing, on the
PC, of files which have been up-loaded from the HCT-6000.
Please refer to Chapter VI, HCT-PC Program for the PC
software usage. To initiate file/data transfer on the HCT-
6000, from the third MENU page press F3. The Up/Down
Load function will be displayed.
Figure 4-45 : Up/Down Load Screen
Select between the UP/LOAD and DOWN/LOAD options

and then select From (To) options. The data that can be
saved and retrieved from the PC includes the five (5) user
saved files, system data, and the configuration and the buffer
containing the captured data.
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4.16 DIAGNOSTICS
4.16.0 : Diagnostic Operation
From the third page menu, press the F4 key to enter the
Diagnostics Menu.
The DIAGNOSTICS run the EXTERNAL subset of tests.

You will need to prepare a number of golden pin wire
jumpers or loop-back connectors first.
After keying in F4 from the third page menu, the

DIAGNOSTICS test menu will appear.
Figure 4-46 : Diagnostics Test Menu
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4.16.1 : V.24/RS232 Interface Test

From the DIAGNOSTIC Menu, press F1. The following
screen will display.
Figure 4-47 : V.24/RS232 I/F Test

Refer to the instruction on the LCD. Short or tie the
relevant pins of the connector together. Press RUN key to
start the test.
4.16.2 : V.35 Interface Test

Figure 4-48 : V.35 I/F Test

start the test.
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4.16.3 : RS449 Interface Test

Figure 4-49 : RS449 I/F Test

start the test.
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4.17 ON-LINE MONITOR
4.17.1 Setup
From the third page menu, press F5. The On-line Monitor
menu will be displayed.
Figure 4-50 : On-line Monitor Screen
Using the On-line Monitor function, the HCT-6000 can

decode and store on-line traffic on a PC. When operating in
this configuration, the printer port of the HCT-6000 is
connected to the printer port of the PC with the special
parallel link cable as shown below.
Figure 4-51 : Parallel Connection Diagram
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4.17.2 Operation
The three functions of the On-line Monitor are:
1. Decode and display on-line traffic.

2. Store captured data in PC hard disk.
3. Examine captured and stored data.
Please refer to Chapter VI for more detail on running the

HCT-PC software on a PC and the On-line Monitor function.
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Programming Statement List
Function/ Statement Structure

Command
SIMULATE DTE , DCE
PROGRAM DISABLE , ENABLE , DELETE
Ins. Label
Del. Label
LABEL Insert Label , Delete Line , Insert
(nn) line, Start , Stop , Inc Counter ,
If , When , Beep, Reset , Goto
Label , Send , Set Lead , Wait
Start Display , Timer (n) , Capture
Stop Display , Timer (n) , Capture ,
Test
Increment
Counter (n)
If Counter (n) >= Then goto
(nnnnn) Label(n)
Lead RTS On/Off
CTS On/Off
DSR On/Off
DTR On/Off
When String DTE=(..) Then goto
DCE=(..) Label(n)
Error DTE (FCS)
DCE (Abort)
(Parity)
(Frame)
(BCC)
Lead RTS On/Off
CTS On/Off
DSR On/Off
DTR On/Off
Timer(n) >=(nnnn)
V-1
Programming Statement List (cont.)
Function Statement Structure

Command
Keyboard key =(.)
Beep
Reset Counter(n), Timer(n)
Send Keyboard Character
String ("fox")
(00-FFh)
(20-FFh)
Goto Label (n)
Set Lead RTS On/Off
CTS On/Off
DSR On/Off
DTR On/Off
Wait (nnnnn)
Program Function/Command Definitions
Beep
Used to sound an audible "beep" upon statement execution.
Del. Label
The Del. Label function is used to remove an entire
procedure under a program label. The actual label will
still remain.
Del. Line
The Del. Line function is used to remove a program line.
V-2
Goto Label
Use the Goto Label [n]statement to execute an
unconditional program branch.
If
Use the if statement to create a conditional branch to a
label, based upon a counter value or the state of a
handshaking lead (RTS,CTS,DSR,DTR).
Inc. Count
Place an Inc. Count statement within a program and select
one of five(5) counter registers. The counter contents (x)
will become (x+1). You may use the counters in loop
routines. (See also If Count.)
Label
Labels are used within the user program to facilitate
conditional branches in the program execution or to
provide the ability to loop routines. Labels always have an
associated number attached. When a new label is inserted
into the user's program, the next incremental number is
assigned. Labels can only be inserted at the end statement
of the program. A new label cannot be inserted between
previously written statements. Therefore, it is important to
either first write a program down on paper or to insert
extra labels into the program as it is written. When the
cursor is moved to “Label” line, you can create a
procedure block if none exists or edit the existing
procedure.
When using the Del. Label function, any procedure
contained within the label will be deleted. The label,
however, remains, and a new procedure block can be
entered at that label.
V-3
Program
Choose one of three choices; Disable, Enable, or Delete.
Program Disable : Disable all of the procedure blocks and the

procedures in each block.
Program Enable : Enable all the procedures.
Program Delete : Clears all the procedures and starts a new

procedure block.
Reset
The Reset statement is used to clear any of the specific
counters or timers.
Send
The Send statement is used to output a keyboard character
or to send a string (text, 00-FFh, or 20-7Fh). The text
defaults to the standard "fox" pattern or may be any string
the user desires.
Set Lead
The Set Lead statement is used within a program to change
the state of a handshaking lead (RTS,CTS,DSR,DTR)
during program execution. This is very useful in
emulating hardware handshaking with your program.
Start
Use the Start command to control the display, a timer(n)
register, or to initiate a capture operation, from within a
program.
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Stop
Use the Stop command on the display, a timer(n), on a
capture operation, or to stop the entire user test procedure.
Wait
The Wait[xxxxx] statement is used within a program to
pause execution. The Wait unit value is entered in milli-
seconds or .001 sec.
When
Create conditions based upon a string from DCE or DTE,
an error (in parity, framing, BCC, or FCS), a lead
(RTS,CTS,DSR,DTR), a timer(n), or a keyboard action.
Program can branch to a Label or additional When
statements may be embedded.
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5.0 INTRODUCTION
In this chapter, examples of applying the HCT-6000's

internal program language are shown. There are examples
for both ASYNC and SYNC transmissions. We hope these
simple examples will inspire the user in writing his or her
own routines, as the real power of the HCT-6000 can then be
fully realized. You do not have to be a programming genius
to write your own routines. All of the language commands
are selected from the windowed selection area on the display.
It is assumed however, that you do have a good
understanding of the communication protocol with which you
plan to evaluate. The HCT-6000 can then serve as a portable
communications analyzer with functions that were previously
available only in large and expensive "test bench" systems.
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5.1 ASYNC APPLICATION

SIMULATION MODE
5.1.1 : Example 1; On an ASYNC line, capture data after a
parity error occurs.
* Program Start *
Label 1
Stop Capture ; note 1
Reset Timer 1
Label 2
When Error DTE Parity
or When Error DCE Parity
Then Goto Label [3] ; note 2
Label 3
Start Capture
Start Timer 1
When Timer 1 >= [1000] ; note 3
Then Goto Label [1]
* End *
note 1: At program start, the default for both Capture and

Display is ON. Therefore, if the program is to do a
conditional Capture, the program should begin with the
"Stop Capture" statement. Capture will the be turned OFF.
note 2: Between any two program "Label" segments, there
can be a maximum of 5 condition statements.
note 3: The units of the Timer are in " ms " (milli-seconds
or 1/1000 of a second). Therefore 1000 units are equal to 1
second. The maximum value in units for Timer is 65535 or
about 65.5 seconds.
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5.1.2 : Start to monitor and capture data after DTE and DCE
have finished handshaking,
* Program Start *
Label 1
Stop Display
Stop Capture ;Display and capture turned OFF
Label 2
When Lead DTR is ON ;Monitor the logic state of DTR.
Then Goto Label [3]
Label 3
When Lead DSR is ON ;Monitor the logic state of DSR.
Then Goto Label [5]
Label 4
When Lead RTS is ON ;Monitor the logic state of RTS.
Then Goto Label [5]
Label 5
When Lead CTS is ON ;Monitor the logic state of CTS.
Then Goto Label [6]
Label 6 ;Handshaking completed.
Start Display
Start Capture ;Display and Capture are ON
* End *
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5.1.3 : Capture data between fixed start and end "Patterns"
During on-line operation, a user wants to find some fixed

data or data string which starts with "pattern 1" and ends with
"pattern 2". The pattern can be one to sixteen characters in
length and can be any character from hex 00 to FF.
* Program Start *
Label 1
Stop Capture ;Capture turned OFF
Label 2
When String DTE = [ Pattern 1 ]
Then Goto Label [3]
Label 3
Start Capture
When String DTE = [ Pattern 2 ]
Then Goto Label [4]
Label 4
Stop Capture
* End *
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EMULATE MODE
5.1.4 : Emulate handshaking
This program demonstrates emulating handshaking

between DTE and DCE and then sends out a Test Pattern to
DCE. If failed, then two warning beep tones are generated.
EMULATE: DTE
PROGRAM: Enable
* Program Start *
Label 1
Reset Timer 1
Reset Timer 2 ;Reset two timers.
Set Lead DTR ON ;emulate handshaking
Start Timer 1
When Lead DSR Turn ON
or When Timer 1 >= [ 10000 ] ;10 Second time out.
Then Goto Label [2]
Label 2
If Lead DSR is OFF
Then Goto Label [5]
Set Lead RTS ON.
Start Timer 2
When Lead CTS Turn ON.
or When Timer 2 >= [ 10000 ]
Then Goto Label [3]
Label 3
If Lead CTS is OFF
Then Goto Label [5]
Send String Text [ Test Pattern ]
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(continued)
When String DTE = [ Last character of test pattern ] ; note 1
Then Goto Label [4]
Label 4
Set Lead RTS OFF
Set Lead DTR OFF
Stop Test
Label 5 ;on error routine
Beep
Beep
* End *
note 1 : Because the instruction execution speed is faster

than the data transmission speed, the "When String DTE
=[ Last character of test pattern ] statement must be included
to avoid an early program jump to the next instruction. The
conditional statement will ensure that all test data has been
sent. Be very careful to include this statement to avoid a
program jump before data transmission has been completed.
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5.1.5 : Emulate DCE with the DDCMP Protocol, then send

one FOX pattern to DTE.
EMULATE : DCE
PROGRAM : Enable
* Program Start *
Send String Text [ 96 96 81 35 00 5F D2 01 THE QUICK BROWN
FOX ...... 6 7 8 9. ] ; note 1
* End *
note 1 :
LEAD-IN HEX CODE

96 96 81 35 00 5F D2 01 THE QUICK BROWN.....
send char
DATA (FOX PATTERN)
data mesg
identifier
00110101
data count bit 0
data count bit 7
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5.1.6 : Emulate a DCE device, receive data sent from DTE.
Upon data error, send an error message to DTE, count

the number of error occurrences. If the error count exceeds
10, then generate a Beep tone and stop execution.
EMULATE : DCE
PROGRAM : Enable
* Program Start *
Label 1
Reset Counter
Label 2
When Error DTE Parity
or When Error DTE Framing
or When Error DTE BCC
Then Goto Label [3]
Label 3
Send String Text [ error message ]
Wait [ 200 ]
Inc. counter 1
If Counter 1 >= [ 10 ]
Then Goto Label [ 4 ]
Goto Label [ 2 ]
Label 4
Beep
Beep
* End *
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5.1.7 : Send one message while continuing to receive data.
The HCT-6000 will send a test pattern through the

communication line. At the same time, it will continue to
receive data from the line.
LABEL 1:
Send [ Testing Pattern ]
END
NOTES
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5.2 X.25 APPLICATION
5.2.1 : Programming examples for X.25 protocol.
The X.25 protocol is the CCITT definition for attachment

to a packet-switched data network. The following program is
an example of a terminal simulation for X.25 protocol.
MANUAL CONFIGURATION
Protocol : X. 25
Code : ASCII
Speed : 9600
Bits : 8
Parity : None
Source : DTE & DCE
Display : Frame/Pack
Buffer : Ring
Suppress : None
TX Clock: DCE
ERR Check : CRC-CCITT
*** EMULATE MODE *** DTE
EMULATE : DTE
PROGRAM : ENABLE
LABEL 1
Set Lead RTS ON
Set Lead DTR ON
Wait [50]
Send String Text [01 43]
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When String DCE= [03 3F]

Then Goto Label 2
LABEL 2
Wait [100]
LABEL 3
Send String Text [01 00 10 01 FB 00 00]
When String DCE= [03 20 10 01 FF]
Then Goto Label 4
LABEL 4
Wait [100]
Send String Text [01 22 10 01 0B 09 12 34 56 00 00 00]
When String DCE= [03 42 10 01 0F]
Then Goto Label 5
LABEL 5
Send string Text [03 41]
LABEL 6
Wait [l00]
Send String Text [01 44 10 01 00]
When String DCE= [03 64 10 01 21]
Then Goto Label 7
LABEL 7
Wait [100]
Send String Text [01 66 10 01 02 31 31 31 31 31]
When String DCE= [03 06 10 01 41]
Then Goto Label 8
LABEL 8
Wait [100]
Send String Text [01 08 10 01 04 32 32 32 32 32]
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When String DCE= [03 28 10 01 61]

Then Goto Label 9
LABEL 9
Wait [100]
Send String Text [01 2A 10 01 06 33 33 33 33 33]
When String DCE= [03 4A 10 01 01]
Then Goto Label 10
LABEL 10
Wait [100]
Send String Text [01 4C 10 01 08 34 34 34 34 34]
When String DCE= [03 6C 10 01 21]
Then Goto Label 11
LABEL 11
Wait [100]
Send String Text [01 6E 10 01 0A 35 35 35 35 35]
When String DCE= [03 0E 10 01 41]
Then Goto Label 12
LABEL 12
Wait [100]
Send String Text [01 00 10 01 FF 36 36 36 36 36]
When String DCE= [03 20 10 01 61]
Then Goto Label 13
LABEL 13
Wait [100]
Send String Text [01 22 10 01 0E 37 37 37 37 37]
When String DCE= [03 42 10 01 01]
Then Goto Label 6
*End*
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The following program is an example of DCE simulation

for the X.25 protocol.
Protocol : X. 25
Code : ASCII
Speed : 9600
Bits : 8
Parity : None
Source : DTE & DCE
Buffer : Ring
Suppress : None
TX Clock: DCE
*** EMULATE MODE *** DCE
EMULATE : DCE
PROGRAM : ENABLE
LABEL 1
If Lead RTS is ON
Then Goto Label 2
LABEL 2
Set Lead CTS ON
If DTR is ON
Then Goto Label 3
LABEL 3
Set Lead DSR ON
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(continued)
Wait [50]
Wait [100]
Goto Label 4
LABEL 4
Send String Text [03 3F]
When String DTE=[01 00 10 01 FB 00 00]
Then Goto Label 5
LABEL 5
Wait [100]
Send String Text [03 20 10 01 FF]
When String DTE=[01 22 10 01 0B 09 12 34 56 00 00 00]
Then Goto Label 6
LABEL 6
Wait [100]
Send String Text [03 42 10 01 0F]
When String DTE=[01 44 10 01 00]
Then Goto Label 7
LABEL 7
Wait [100]
When String DTE=[01 66 10 01 02 31 31 31 31 31]
Then Goto Label 8
LABEL 8
Wait [100]
When String DTE=[01 08 10 01 04 32 32 32 32 32]
Then Goto Label 9
LABEL 9
Wait [100]
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(continued)
When String DTE=[01 2A 10 01 06 33 33 33 33 33]
Then Goto Label 10
LABEL 10
Wait [100]
Send String Text [03 4A 10 01 01]
When String DTE=[01 4C 10 01 08 34 34 34 34 34]
Then Goto Label 11
LABEL 11
Wait [100]
Send String Text [03 6C 10 01 21]
When String DTE=[01 6E 10 01 0A 35 35 35 35 35]
Then Goto Label 12
LABEL 12
Wait [100]
Send String Text [03 0E 10 01 41]
When String DTE=[01 00 10 01 FF 36 36 36 36 36]
Then Goto Label 13
LABEL 13
Wait [100]
When String DTE=[01 22 10 01 0E 37 37 37 37 37]
Then Goto Label 14
LABEL 14
Wait [100]
When String DTE=[01 44 10 01 00]
Then Goto Label 7
END.
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The following program demonstrates the MONITOR

mode for X.25 and tests response time.
MONITOR MODE
PROGRAM: ENABLE
LABEL 1
STOP Capture
Reset TIMER 1
LABEL 2
WHEN String DTE= [01 22 10 01 0B 09 12 34 56 00 00 00]
Then Goto Label [3]
LABEL 3
Start timer 1
WHEN String DCE= [03 42 10 01 0F]
Then Goto Label [4]
WHEN timer 1 >=1000
Then Goto Label [1]
LABEL 4
Stop timer 1
Stop test
*End*
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5.3 SDLC APPLICATION
SDLC or Synchronous Data Link Control is a protocol

developed by IBM in the early 1970's for use in SNA. At the
time IBM developed SDLC, the predominant data link
configuration consisted of a single primary station (typically
a host computer or communications controller) connected to
multiple secondary stations (typically terminals), using
multipoint, half-duplex physical circuit. IBM's SDLC is a
functional subset of HDLC and is compatible with the normal
mode of HDLC. Refer to 5.4 for HDLC.
HEADER
TRAILER
FLAG ADDRESS CONTROL INFORMATION FCS FLAG
The three formats defined for the control field are used to perform;
• Numbered information transfer (I-format)
• Numbered supervisory functions (S-format)
• Unnumbered control functions (U-format).
CONTROL FIELD BITS

BIT ORDER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
I frame format 0 N(S) P/F N(R)
S frame format 1 0 S S P/F N(R)
U frame format 1 1 M M P/F M M M
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N(S) = Send sequence number

N(R) = Receive sequence number
P/F = Poll/Final bit
S = Supervisory bits
M = Modifier bits
5.3.1 : Programming example for SDLC protocol.
EMULATE : DCE
PROGRAM : ENABLE
Label 1
Send String Text [01 01] ;RR
Wait [100]
Send String Text [01 05] ;RNR
Wait [100]
Send String Text [01 09] ;REJ
Wait [100]
Send String Text [01 00 A B C D] ;data
Wait [100]
notes:
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5.4 HDLC APPLICATION
HDLC or High-Level Data Link is the ISO definition for a

data link layer protocol specification for the wide area
networking environment. The following defines the HDLC
tranmission frame.
HEADER
TRAILER
FLAG ADDRESS CONTROL INFORMATION FCS FLAG
The example given in 5.3 for SDLC is also applicable for

HDLC.
notes:
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5.5 DDCMP APPLICATION
Developed by DIGITAL EQUIPMENT CORPORATION,

DDCMP (DIGITAL Data Communication Message Protocol)
is another protocol for wide area networking similar to
HDLC. The following examples are for ASYNC mode.
(1) DATA MESSAGES
SYN SYN SOH COUNT RESP NUM ADDR BLKCK DATA BLKCK2
FLAGS 1
FF FF 81 05 00 11 22 01 E1 14 41 42 91 ED
43 44
45
(2) CONTROL MESSAGES

a> ACK -- Acknowledge Message
SYN SYN ENQ ACK RESP FILL ADDR BLKCK3

FLAGS
FF FF 05 01 00 01 00 01
b> NAK -- Negative Acknowledge Message
SYN SYN ENQ NAK RESP FILL ADDR BLKCK3

FLAGS
FF FF 05 02 03 22 00 01
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c> REP -- Reply to Message number
SYN SYN ENQ REP FILL NUM ADDR BLKCK3

FLAGS
FF FF 05 03 80 00 12 01
d> STRT -- Start Message
SYN SYN ENQ STRT FILL FILL ADDR BLKCK

FLAGS 3
FF FF 05 06 40 00 00 01
e> Stack -- Start Acknowledge Message
SYN SYN ENQ STRT FILL FILL ADDR BLKCK3

FLAGS
FF FF 05 07 C0 00 00 01
(3) Maintenance Message
SYN SYN DLE COUNT FILL FILL ADDR BLKCK1 DATA BLKCK2
FLAGS
FF FF 90 03 C0 00 00 01 31 32
33
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EXAMPLES OF DDCMP PROGRAMS
5.5.1 : Programming example DDCMP ASYN Emulate

Mode for display status
EMULATE: DCE
PROGRAM: ENABLE
LABEL 1
Send String Text [ff ff 81 05 00 11 22 01 41 42 43 44 45] ;data msg.
Wait [100]
Send String Text [ff ff 05 01 00 01 00 01] ;acknowledge
Wait [100]
Send String Text [ff ff 05 02 03 22 00 01] ;negative ACK
Wait [100]
Send String Text [ff ff 05 03 80 00 12 01] ;REP
Wait [100]
Send String Text [ff ff 05 06 40 00 00 01] ;start msg. STRT
Wait [100]
Send String Text [ff ff 05 07 C0 00 00 01] ;start ACK
Wait [100]
Send String Text [ff ff 90 03 C0 00 00 01 31 32 33] ;maint. msg.
*End*
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After Executing RUN ,the display will look something

like this on the HCT-6000's LCD.
Type Flag Rp Nm Add Data BCS

DATA ?? 11 22 01 ABCDE .................... G
ACK ?? 01 00 01 .................................. G
NAK ?? 22 00 01 .................................. G
REP S 00 12 01 .................................. G
STRT Q 00 00 01 .................................. G
STCK SQ 00 00 01 .................................. G
MATN SQ 00 00 01 123 .......................... G
5.5.2 : Programming example DDCMP ASYN Emulate Mode.

When "1" is pressed, send "TEST 1" string. When "2" is
pressed, TEST 2" string is sent.
EMULATE : DTE
PROGRAM : ENABLE
LABEL 1
When Keyboard Key = [1]
Then Goto Label [2]
When Keyboard Key = [2]
Then Goto Label [3]
LABEL 2
Send String Text [ff ff 81 05 00 11 22 01 TEST 1]
Goto Label [1]
LABEL 3
Send String Text [ff ff 81 05 00 12 23 01 TEST 2]
Goto Label [1]
END.
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5.5.3 : Programming example, Start-up sequence with errors.
EMULATE: DTE
PROGRAM: ENABLE
LABEL 1
Start Timer 1
Reset Timer 1
Send String Text [ff ff 05 06 C0 00 00 01]
When String DCE = [ff ff 05 06 C0 00 00 01]
Then Goto Label [2]
When Timer 1 >= [1000]
Then Goto Label [1]
LABEL 2
Reset Timer 1
Send String Text [ff ff 05 07 C0 00 00 01]
Send String DCE = [ff ff 05 01 00 00 00 01]
Then Goto Label [3]
When Timer 1 > = [1000]
Then Goto Label [2]
LABEL 3
END.
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5.6 FRAME RELAY APPLICATION
Frame relay is one of two new frame-mode services

associated with ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Networks),
the other being frame switching. The major difference
between the two modes is the error and flow control
procedures of frame switching. The procedures associated
with frame services are defined in CCITT recommendation
I.122/Q.922. Detailed analysis is beyond the scope of this
manual.
With frame relay, multiplexing of multiple virtual circuits

and routing are performed at the data link layer, resulting in
lower processing overheads per packet and higher bit rates.
Subsequently, although defined for use with ISDN, frame
relay is also finding widespread use in private networks.
FLAG HEADER USER DATA CRC FLAG
DLCI (high order) C/R EA0
DLCI (lower) FECN BECN DE EA1
DLCI - Data Link Connection Identifier

C/R - Command/Response bit
FECN - Forward Explicit Congestion Notification
BECN - Backward Explicit Congestion Notification
DE - Discard Eligibility bit
EA - Extended Address bit
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5.6.1 : Programming example for Frame Relay protocol.
Protocol : FRAME_REL.
Code : EBCDIC
Speed : 9600
Bits : 8
Parity : None
Source : DTE & DCE
Buffer : Ring
Suppress : None
Tx Clock : DCE
Mode : Normal
EMULATE : DTE
PROGRAM : ENABLE
Label 1
Send String Text [00 11 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 C9 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5
D6]
END.
View of LCD display after running sample program.
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5.7 TCP/IP APPLICATIONS
Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)

provides connectivity for computers with widely different
operating systems. It uses a set of networking protocols
originally developed by the US Department of Defense
(DOD) in the mid-1970’s.
The TCP/IP protocol suite was first developed to be the

networking protocol of the Internet. TCP/IP comes as a built
in part of many versions of UNIX and has become
synonymous with UNIX networking. It has also been
implemented on all operating systems, including DOS,
Macintosh, and VMS.
The DOD model of the TCP/IP protocol suite consists of four

layers.
DOD Layer Description

Process/Application Interface to user.
Provides specific applications
between two hosts.
Host-to-Host Maintains data integrity and sets up
reliable end-to-end communication
between systems.
Ensures error-free delivery of data
units, in proper sequence, and with
no loss or duplication.
Internet Routes packets between different
hosts or networks.
Network Access Defines physical interconnection
between hosts.
Table 5-1 : DOD Layers
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The specifications for each protocol within the TCP/IP

suite are defined with one or more “Requests for Comments”
(RFC). Electronic copies of all RFCs may be obtained by
anonymous FTP from ds.internic.net and other servers
throughout the Internet.
DOD Model TCP/IP Protocols
Process/ FTP LPD

Telnet SMTP NFS Others
Application TFTP RPR
Host-to-Host TCP UDP
ICMP
Internet
BOOTP ARP RARP
Network Token
Ethernet FDDI Others
Access Ring
Figure V-1 : TCP/IP protocols and DOD model relationship
TCP/IP applications usually include a client and a server

program. The server program is often referred to as a daemon.
Telnet (terminal emulation), File Transfer Protocol (FTP),
Network File System (NFS), Simple Mail Transfer Protocol
(SMTP), Line Printer Daemon (LPD), Remote Printing
(RPR), and Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
are all examples of TCP/IP applications.
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The Host-to-Host layer of the TCP/IP protocol suite

consists of the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and the
User Datagram Protocol (UDP).
TCP provides a reliable, virtual circuit connection. TCP

connections begin with a client requesting a virtual
connection from a remote host. No communication is
possible until the remote host responds. Whenever a message
is sent to a host, an acknowledgment packet is returned.
Periodically, packets may be exchanged just to make sure the
connection has not been lost. Each host will notify the other
when the connection is to be closed.
UDP protocol can be compared to your postal service. To

send data to a remote host, the data is simply transmitted. No
acknowledgment is expected. The UDP protocol provides a
faster transport than TCP at the expense of ensuring reliable
delivery.
Protocols Description
Internet Protocol (IP) Provides datagram service between hosts.
Responsible for packet routing,
fragmentation, and reassembly.
Internet Control Message Used to send error and control messages to
Protocol (ICMP) hosts and routers.
Address resolution Used to translate a remote host’s software
Protocol (ARP) address to a MAC address.
Reverse Address Used by diskless workstations to translate
Resolution Protocol their MAC addresses to a software
(RARP) address.
BootP Used by diskless workstations to discover
their IP address, the address of a server
host, and the name of a file to be loaded
and executed at boot time.
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The primary purpose of the Internet layer protocols is to

route packets between different hosts. Connecting different
local area networks together can create a complicated maze.
The hosts may be located on different networks separated by
several routers.
The Network Access layer defines the physical connection

between hosts on the network. Specifications for the network
interface boards, cabling, and network topology are defined
at this layer. The Network Access protocol encapsulates the
packet within a frame that is transmitted across the network.
When the frame reaches its destination, data is passed up
through the four layers. Each layer strips off the appropriate
header, processes the data, and passes the remaining data to
the next layer until it reaches the application.
The HCT-6000 is capable of analyzing IP encapsulated

with SLIP, asynchronous PPP or synchronous PPP.
Serial Line IP (SLIP) is a simple form of encapsulation

for IP datagrams on serial lines. The following rules apply to
SLIP framing:
1. The IP datagram is terminated by the special character
END (0xc0). Most implementations transmit an END
character at the beginning of the datagram as well.
2. If a byte of the IP datagram equals the END character, a
two-byte sequence 0xdb, 0xdc is transmitted instead.
3. If a byte of the IP datagram equals the SLIP ESC
character (0xdb), the two-byte sequence 0xdb, 0xdd is
transmitted instead.
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The following is a framing example in which the IP datagram

includes both an ESC and END characters.
IP datagram
C0 DB
C0 DB DC DB DD C0
SLIP encapsulation
5.7.1 : Programming example for SLIP protocol.
MANUAL CONFIGURATION (note: Auto Config. will not detect TCP/IP)
Protocol : SLIP
Code : ASCII
Speed : 9600
Stop Bit : 1
Bit Sense : Normal
Source : DTE & DCE
Buffer : Ring
Suppress : None
EMULATE : DCE
PROGRAM : ENABLE
Label 1
Send String Text [45 00 00 2C 12 34 00 00 80 06 00 00 12 34 56 78 90 12
34 56 12 34 56 78 00 00 00 01 00 00 00 01 50 00 00 04 12 34 00 00 41 42
43 44 45]
END.
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Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) corrects all the deficiencies in

SLIP. PPP consists of three components.
1. A way to encapsulate IP datagrams on a serial link. PPP supports
either an asynchronous link with 8 bits of data and no parity or bit-
oriented synchronous links.
2. A link control protocol (LCP) to establish, configure, and test the
data-link connection.
3. A family of network protocols (NCP) specific to different network
layer protocols.
PPP HEADER
PPP TAIL
FLAG ADDR CTRL FLAG

PROTOCOL INFORMATION CRC
7E FF 03 7E
1 byte 1 byte 1 byte 2 bytes up to 1500 bytes 2 bytes 1 byte
IP Packet
Format of PPP frames
The two protocol bytes identify the frame type as follows.

1. 0021 Internet Protocol (IP datagram)
2. C021 Link Control Protocol
3. 8021 Network Control Protocol
4. 0041 Cisco Systems Protocol
5. 8041 Cisco Systems Control Protocol
6. 80FD Compression Control Protocol
7. C023 Password Authentication Protocol
PPP also uses two byte escape sequences when flag characters
are in the information field. On a synchronous link, this is done by the
hardware using a technique called bit stuffing. On asynchronous links,
a special byte 0x7D is used and is handled by the software. Bit
stuffing and escape flag bytes are handled automatically by the HCT-
6000.
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5.7.2 : Programming examples for PPP protocol.
MANUAL CONFIGURATION (note: Auto Config. will not detect TCP/IP)
Protocol : PPP (Async)

Code : ASCII
Speed : 9600
Stop Bit : 1
Bit Sense : Normal
Source : DTE & DCE
Buffer : Ring
Suppress : None
Example #1. Send IP datagram, data=ABCDE
EMULATE : DCE
PROGRAM : ENABLE
Label 1
Send String Text [FF 03 00 21 45 00 00 2C 12 34 00 00 80 06 00 00 12 34
56 78 90 12 34 56 12 34 56 78 00 00 00 01 00 00 00 01 50 00 00 04 12 34
00 00 41 42 43 44 45]
END.
HCT-6000 Screen Results
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Example #2. Send link control protocol
EMULATE : DCE
PROGRAM : ENABLE
Label 1
Send String Text [FF 03 C0 21 02 01 00 0C 01 04 05 DC 07 02 08 02]
END.

Example #3. Send network control protocol
EMULATE : DCE
PROGRAM : ENABLE
Label 1
Send String Text [FF 03 80 21 03 01 00 0A 03 06 A8 5F 64 E9]
END.
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note: The following packets are available in the HCT-6000 PPP
protocol.
LCP FF 03 C0 21 Packet Type ID Length - - - -

2 2 1 1 2 bytes
LCP C0 21 Packet Type I Length - - - -
D
2 1 1 2 bytes
NCP FF 03 80 21 Packet Type I Length - - - -
D
2 2 1 1 2 bytes
NCP 80 21 Packet Type I Length - - - -
D
2 1 1 2 bytes
IP FF 03 00 21 IP DATAGRAM - - - -
2 2 bytes
IP 00 21 IP DATAGRAM - - - -
2 bytes
IP 21 IP DATAGRAM - - - -
1 byte
LCD display packet type abbreviations.

LCD Abbrev. Meaning
???? unknown
Conf.-Req Configure-Request
Conf.-Ack Configure-Ack
Conf.-Nak Configure-Nak
Conf.-Rej Configure-Reject
Term.-Req Terminate-Request
Term.-Ack Terminate-Ack
Code -Rej Code-Reject
Prot.-Rej Protocol-Reject
Echo -Req Echo-Request
Echo -Rep Echo-Reply
Disc.-Req Discard-Request
Identific Identification
Time-Rema Time-Remaining
Reset-Req Reset-Request
Reset-Rep Reset-Reply
V-40
V-41
6.0 INTRODUCTION
The application program, HCT-PC, for the HCT-6000 is

an easy to use, menu-driven program which runs on any IBM
PC, PC/AT 1or compatible computer, running MS-DOS 2.
The HCT-PC utility program facilitates the remote control
functions, the uploading, downloading, viewing and
analyzing of files and programs, and the on-line monitoring
functions for the HCT-6000.
This chapter will explain in detail the three major

functions of the HCT-PC software program:
1. General terminal functions for REMOTE CONTROL.

2. Up/Download functions for UP/DOWNLOAD.
3. On-line Monitor functions for ONLINE.
The hardware and software requirements for HCT-PC are

as follows:
1. One HCT-6000.
2. One 80X86 class PC.
3. Recommend 8MB PC memory.
4. Hard disk storage based upon capacity of data to be stored.
5. MS-DOS operating system version 3.3 or above.
6. HCT-PC program copied to PC hard disk.
7. Remote Cable (refer to Appendix, B-5).
8. Parallel Cable (refer to Appendix, B-8).
9. Pair of modems and null-modem cables (Optional).
1. IBM and IBM PC are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corp.
2. MS-DOS is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp.
VI-1
6.1 HCT-PC Program Operation

First install the application from the program diskette to your
PC’s hard drive. From your computer’s hard drive prompt:
c:\>md hct6000 ;create a directory for program files
c:\>cd hct6000 ;change directory
c:\hct6000>copy a:*.* ;copy all files from diskette
to run the application:
c:\hct6000>hct-pc
6.2 REMOTE CONTROL Function - F1
6.2.1 Connection Method
The remote PC can control the HCT-6000 by direct

connection or via dial-up MODEM as displayed in the
following figures.
Figure 6-1 : Direct Connection
Figure 6-2 : Dial-up MODEM Connection
Direct connection is made between the PC’s

communication port, COM1:, COM2:, COM3:, or COM4:,
and the DB9 Remote Control port connector on the HCT-
6000 with the supplied Remote cable. When using a dial-up
connection, a null cable (Appendix B-9) must be used on
the HCT-6000 side.
VI-2
When using REMOTE CONTROL, the following

functions of the HCT-6000 may be controlled remotely:
1. Start Emulation program.

2. Start Monitor program.
3. Start 128K BERT testing.
4. Start 2M BERT testing.
The actual function of the REMOTE CONTROL utility

is to provide the PC with a terminal emulation ability.
Therefore, the remote functions could also be run from a
stand alone terminal or by using a different terminal
emulation program on your PC.
Operation of REMOTE CONTROL involves simply

connecting the HCT-6000 as shown in figure 6-1 or 6-2.
When powered on, the HCT-6000 will initialize and check
for an active connection on its Remote Port. In this mode, the
key beep feature will be disabled. At this point, simply press
the space bar twice on the PC and the terminal will display
the remote screen.
To exit, press the zero key on PC. The HCT-6000 will

disable CTS/DSR and DTR, wait 2 seconds and then exit. If
you are using modem connections, they will automatically
hang up when DTR drops.
VI-3
6.3 UP/DOWNLOAD Function

The connection for UP/DOWNLOAD is made by
connecting the HCT-6000’s communications interface port
to your PC’s COM1 or COM2 port.
6.3.2 Operation
Selecting F2 from the HCT-PC startup menu will place
the PC in the UP/DOWNLOAD functional mode.
All the operations in UP/DOWNLOAD are carried out

via a very user friendly pull-down menu system. The screen
display consists of three distinct areas, a command line along
the top, a data area below that, and a status/help/prompt line
at the bottom.
All commands are executed by single "FUNCTION KEY"

key strokes, by highlighting options with the
up/down/left/right cursor movement keys followed by
"ENTER", or by "ALT" key combinations. The 'ESC' key is
used to gracefully back-out of any menu.
6.3.3 Functional Description

UP/DOWNLOAD has 7 basic functions
< F1 > File : Files handling
< F2 > Display : Data examination
< F3 > Analysis : Data analysis
< F4 > Search : Date string search
< F5 > Parameter : Protocol status
< F6 > Print : Hard copy utility
< F7 > Mode : Hex/Text toggle key
VI-4
6.3.3 Functional Description (continued)

After starting UP/DOWNLOAD, press <ENTER> to
bypass the startup logo. The command line at the top of the
screen should display the seven functions.
The first action in running the program is to determine
which file operation must be performed. Press <F1> and the
file pull-down menu will appear.
Select File [Alt-A] choose a file for display

Upload [Alt-U]..utility to save HCT-6000 data to PC
Download [Alt-D] utility to restore data from PC to HCT-6000
Directory [Alt-E] lists files in the PC directory, uses DOS
wildcards
DOS Shell [Alt-S] temporarily suspends UP/DOWNLOAD
operation, enters DOS
Exit [Alt-X] leave the UP/DOWNLOAD program
Before display, analysis, search, parameter, print, or mode

can be performed, a file must first be "selected" for opening.
The directory command can be used to display the filenames
on the disk and in the directory from which
UP/DOWNLOAD is run. If you are just starting
UP/DOWNLOAD for the first time, you will not have any
data files to display. You will need to use File/Upload to
upload data from the HCT-6000 for later analysis.
VI-5
6.3.4 Upload Procedure
1. Connect HCT-6000 communication interface port to any COM port

on the PC.
2. Start HCT-PC software on the PC.
3. Select UP/DOWNLOAD (F2) from the top menu line.
4. On the PC, Press <ENTER> to exit start-up logo screen.
5. On the PC, Press <F1> for file functions.
6. On the PC, Select the Upload option and press <ENTER>.
7. On the PC, Select the appropriate COM port and press <ENTER>.
8. At the prompt, Enter any legal filename using DOS conventions
and press <ENTER>.
9. On the HCT-6000, press in order:
MORE, MORE,MORE,F3, and then RUN
Data will be transferred from the HCT-6000 to the PC and

written to a disk file. Upon successful transfer, the HCT-
6000 will display the message "UPLOAD COMPLETE!".
6.3.5 Download Procedure
NOTE: In order for data to be properly restored to the HCT-6000, the

original file saved to the HCT-6000's internal memory must have been
saved with the "ALL" option.
With the same connections made as in the upload procedure;

1. Start HCT-PC software on the PC.
2. Select UP/DOWNLOAD (F2) from the top menu line.
3. On the PC, Press <ENTER> to exit start-up logo screen.
4. On the PC, press <F1> for file functions.
5. On the PC, select the Download option and press <ENTER>.
VI-6
6.3.5 Download Procedure (continued)

6. On the PC, Select the appropriate COM port and press <ENTER>.
7. At the prompt, Enter the filename of the data stored on disk and
press <ENTER>.
8. On the HCT-6000, press in order;
MORE, MORE, F3, Ö Ø ENTER, RUN
Data transfer will commence and will be completed when the HCT-
6000 displays the message "DOWNLOAD COMPLETE!"
Descriptions of the remaining functions in UP/DOWNLOAD.
<F3> Data analysis will give a quantitative break down of data types
(XON, XOFF, ACK, NAK, PARITY, etc.) for both DTE and DCE.
<F4> The search function is used to locate a hex string forwards or

backwards for DTE or DCE.
<F5> Parameter function gives a listing of transmission protocol

type along with the parameter settings for baud, data bits, stop bits,
and parity settings.
<F6> The print function allows printing of the displayed screen, all
data, or selected data. Data is selected for printing by using the page
up/down keys.
<F7> While displaying data, <F7> toggles the data display mode
between hexadecimal and ASCII.
To exit UP/DOWNLOAD, pull down the File menu by pressing <F1>

and select the exit UP/DOWNLOAD option or press <ALT> X.
VI-7
6.4 ON-LINE MONITOR FUNCTION
6.4.1 Overview of ON-LINE MONITOR F3

When using the on-line monitor function for the HCT-
6000, on-line traffic can be decoded by and stored on the PC.

The PC monitors the HCT-6000 via a parallel connection
between the PC and the HCT-6000. A special parallel cable
(refer to Appendix B-8) is provided for the ON-LINE
MONITOR function. Connect the cable between the HCT-
6000’s printer port and LPT1: or LPT2: on the PC.
6.4.3 Operation
Selecting F3 from the HCT-PC startup menu will place
the PC in the ON-LINE MONITOR functional mode. The
HCT-6000 will link to the PC for real-time online analysis of
online traffic. The ONLINE MONITOR provides the
following functions:
1. Decode and display on-line traffic.
2. Store captured data to PC hard disk.
3. Examine the captured data.
6.5 EXIT PROGRAM
To exit the HCT-PC program, use ALT-X or the right

arrow key to highlight Exit and press Enter. Confirm with
“y” and the HCT-PC program will terminate and return to
DOS.
VI-8
APPENDIX A CODE TABLES
ASCII Character Code Table
DEC BINARY HEX DISPLAY MNEMONIC DESCRIPTION
0 00000000 00 NU NUL Null

1 00000001 01 SH SOH Start Of Header
2 00000010 02 SX STX Start Of Text
3 00000011 03 EX ETX End Of Text
4 00000100 04 ET EOT End Of Transmission
5 00000101 05 EQ ENQ Inquiry
6 00000110 06 AK AC K Acknowledge
7 00000111 07 BL BEL Bell
8 00001000 08 BS BS Back Space
9 00001001 09 HT HT Horizontal Tab
10 00001010 0A LF LF Line Feed
11 00001011 0B VT VT Vertical Tab
12 00001100 0C FF FF Form Feed
13 00001101 0D CR CR Carriage Return
14 00001110 0E SO SO Shift Out
15 00001111 0F SI SI Shift In
16 00010000 10 DL DLE Data Link Escape
17 00010001 11 D1 DC1 Device Control 1
21 00010101 15 NK NAK Neg Acknowledge
22 00010110 16 SY SYN Synchronous Idle
23 00010111 17 EB ETB End of Trans Block
24 00011000 18 CN CAN Cancel
25 00011001 19 EM EM End of Medium
25 00011010 1A SB SUB Substitute
26 00011011 1B EC ESC Escape
28 00011100 1C FS FS File Separator
29 00011101 1D GS GS Group Separator
30 00011110 1E RS RS Record Separator
31 00011111 1F US US Unit Separator
A-1
ASCII Character Code Table (Cont.)
32 00100000 20 SP Space
33 00100001 21 !
34 00100010 22 "
35 00100011 23 #
36 00100100 24 $
37 00100101 25 %
38 00100110 26 &
39 00100111 27 '
40 00101000 28 (
41 00101001 29 )
42 00101010 2A *
43 00101011 2B +
44 00101100 2C ,
45 00101101 2D -
46 00101110 2E .
47 00101111 2F /
48 00110000 30 0
49 00110001 31 1
50 00110010 32 2
51 00110011 33 3
52 00110100 34 4
53 00110101 35 5
54 00110110 36 6
55 00110111 37 7
56 00111000 38 8
57 00111001 39 9
58 00111010 3A :
59 00111011 3B ;
60 00111100 3C <
61 00111101 3D =
62 00111110 3E >
63 00111111 3F ?
A-2
64 01000000 40 @
65 01000001 41 A
66 01000010 42 B
67 01000011 43 C
68 01000100 44 D
69 01000101 45 E
70 01000110 46 F
71 01000111 47 G
72 01001000 48 H
73 01001001 49 I
74 01001010 4A J
75 01001011 4B K
76 01001100 4C L
77 01001101 4D M
78 01001110 4E N
79 01001111 4F O
80 01010000 50 P
81 01010001 51 Q
82 01010010 52 R
83 01010011 53 S
84 01010100 54 T
85 01010101 55 U
86 01010110 56 V
87 01010111 57 W
88 01011000 58 X
89 01011001 59 Y
90 01011010 5A Z
91 01011011 5B [
92 01011100 5C \
93 01011101 5D ]
94 01011110 5E ^
95 01011111 5F _
A-3
96 01100000 60 `
97 01100001 61 a
98 01100010 62 b
99 01100011 63 c
100 01100100 64 d
101 01100101 65 e
102 01100110 66 f
103 01100111 67 g
104 01101000 68 h
105 01101001 69 i
106 01101010 6A j
107 01101011 6B k
108 01101100 6C I
109 01101101 6D m
110 01101110 6E n
111 01101111 6F o
112 01110000 70 p
113 01110001 71 q
114 01110010 72 r
115 01110011 73 s
116 01110100 74 t
117 01110101 75 u
118 01110110 76 v
119 01110111 77 w
120 01111000 78 x
121 01111001 79 y
122 01111010 7A z
123 01111011 7B {
124 01111100 7C |
125 01111101 7D }
126 01111110 7E ~
127 01111111 7F DEL Delete
A-4
EBCDIC Character Code Table
0 00000000 00 NU NUL NuII

1 00000001 01 SH SOH Start Of Header
2 00000010 02 SX STX Start Of Text
3 00000011 03 EX ETX End Of Text
4 00000100 04 PF PF Punch Off
5 00000101 05 HT HT Horizontal Tab
6 00000110 06 LC LC Lower Case
7 00000111 07 DL DEL Delete
8 00001000 08 (HEX)
9 00001001 09 RF RLF
10 00001010 OA SM SMM Start Manual Msg
11 00001011 OB VT VT Vertical Tab
12 00001100 OC FF FF Form Feed
13 00001101 OD CR CR Carriage Return
14 00001110 OE SO SO Shift Out
15 00001111 OF SI SI Shift In
16 00010000 10 DL DLE Data Link Escape
20 00010100 14 RE RES Restore
21 00010101 15 NL NL New Line
22 00010110 16 BS BS Back Space
23 00010111 17 IL IL Idle
24 00011000 18 CN CAN Cancel
25 00011001 19 EM EM End of Medium
26 00011010 1A CC CC Cursor Control
27 00011011 1B C1 CU1
28 00011100 1C FS IFS Info File Sep.
29 00011101 1D GS IGS Info Group Sep.
30 00011110 1E RS IRS Info Record Sep.
31 00011111 1F US IUS Info Unit Sep.
A-5
EBCDIC Character Code Table (Cont.)
32 00100000 20 DS DS Digit Select

33 00100001 21 SS SOS Start of Significance
34 00100010 22 FS FS Field Separator
35 00100011 23 (HEX)
36 00100100 24 BP BYP Bypass
37 00100101 25 LF LF Line Feed
38 00100110 26 EB ETB End of Trans Block
39 00100111 27 EC ESC Escape
40 00101000 28 (HEX)
41 00101001 29 (HEX)
42 00101010 2A SM SM Set Mode
43 00101011 2B C2 CU2
44 00101100 2C (HEX)
45 00101101 2D EQ ENQ Inquiry
46 00101110 2E AK ACK Acknowledge
47 00101111 2F BL BEL Bell
48 00110000 30 (HEX)
49 00110001 31 (HEX)
50 00110010 32 SY SYN Synchronous Idle
51 00110011 33 (HEX)
52 00110100 34 PN PN Punch On
53 00110101 35 RS RS Reader Stop
54 00110110 36 UC UC Upper Case
55 00110111 37 ET EOT End of Transmission
56 00111000 38 (HEX)
57 00111001 39 (HEX)
58 00111010 3A (HEX)
59 00111011 3B C3 CU3
60 00111100 3C D4 DC4 Device Control 4
61 00111101 3D NK NAK Negative Acknowledge
62 00111110 3E (HEX)
63 00111111 3F SB SUB Substitute
A-6
64 01000000 40 SP Space
65 01000001 41 (HEX)
66 01000010 42 (HEX)
67 01000011 43 (HEX)
68 01000100 44 (HEX)
69 01000101 45 (HEX/
70 01000110 46 (HEX)
71 01000111 47 (HEX)
72 01001000 48 (HEX)
73 01001001 49 (HEX)
74 01001010 4A
75 01001011 4B
76 01001100 4C <
77 01001101 4D (
78 01001110 4E +
79 01001111 4F !
80 01010000 50 &
81 01010001 51 (HEX)
82 01010010 52 (HEX)
83 01010011 53 (HEX)
84 01010100 54 (HEX)
85 01010101 55 (HEX)
86 01010110 56 (HEX)
87 01010111 57 (HEX)
88 01011000 58 (HEX)
89 01011001 59 (HEX)
90 01011010 5A !
91 01011011 5B $
92 01011100 5C *
93 01011101 5D )
94 01011110 5E ;
95 01011111 5F
A-7
96 01100000 60 -
97 01100001 61 /
98 01100010 62 (HEX)
99 01100011 63 (HEX)
100 01100100 64 (HEX)
101 01100101 65 (HEX)
102 01100110 66 (HEX)
103 01100111 67 (HEX)
104 01101000 68 (HEX)
105 01101001 69 (HEX)
106 01101010 6A
107 01101011 6B
108 01101100 6C %
109 01101101 6D -
110 01101110 6E >
111 01101111 6F ?
112 01110000 70 (HEX)
113 01110001 71 (HEX)
114 01110010 72 (HEX)
115 01110011 73 (HEX)
116 01110100 74 (HEX)
117 01110101 75 (HEX)
118 01110110 76 (HEX)
119 01110111 77 (HEX)
120 01111000 78 (HEX)
121 01111001 79
122 01111010 7A :
123 01111011 7B #
124 01111100 7C @
125 01111101 7D ,
126 01111110 7E =
127 01111111 7F "
A-8
128 10000000 80 (HEX)

129 10000001 81 a
130 10000010 82 b
131 10000011 83 c
132 10000100 84 d
133 10000101 85 e
134 10000110 86 f
135 10000111 87 g
136 10001000 88 h
137 10001001 89 i
138 10001010 8A (HEX)
139 10001011 8B (HEX)
140 10001100 8C (HEX)
141 10001101 8D (HEX)
142 10001110 8E (HEX)
143 10001111 8F (HEX)
144 10010000 90 (HEX)
145 10010001 91 j
146 10010010 92 k
147 10010011 93 l
148 10010100 94 m
149 10010101 95 n
150 10010110 96 o
151 10010111 97 p
152 10011000 98 q
153 10011001 99 r
154 10011010 9A (HEX)
155 10011011 9B (HEX)
156 10011100 9C (HEX)
157 10011101 9D (HEX)
158 10011110 9E (HEX)
159 10011111 9F (HEX)
A-9
160 10100000 A0 (HEX)

161 10100001 A1
162 10100010 A2 s
163 10100011 A3 t
164 10100100 A4 u
165 10100101 A5 v
166 10100110 A6 w
167 10100111 A7 x
168 10101000 A8 y
169 10101001 A9 z
170 10101010 AA (HEX)
171 10101011 AB (HEX)
172 10101100 AC (HEX)
173 10101101 AD (HEX)
174 10101110 AE (HEX)
175 10101111 AF (HEX)
176 10110000 B0 (HEX)
177 10110001 B1 (HEX)
178 10110010 B2 (HEX)
179 10110011 B3 (HEX)
180 10110100 B4 (HEX)
181 10110101 B5 (HEX)
182 10110110 B6 (HEX)
183 10110111 B7 (HEX)
184 10111000 B8 (HEX)
185 10111001 B9 (HEX)
186 10111010 BA (HEX)
187 10111011 BB (HEX)
188 10111100 BC (HEX)
189 10111101 BD (HEX)
190 10111110 BE (HEX)
191 10111111 BF (HEX)
A-10
192 11000000 C0 Space

193 11000001 C1 A
194 11000010 C2 B
195 11000011 C3 C
196 11000100 C4 D
197 11000101 C5 E
198 11000110 C6 F
199 11000111 C7 G
200 11001000 C8 H
201 11001001 C9 I
202 11001010 CA (HEX)
203 11001011 CB (HEX)
204 11001100 CC
205 11001101 CD (HEX)
206 11001110 CE Y
207 11001111 CF (HEX)
208 11010000 D0
209 11010001 D1 J
210 11010010 D2 K
211 11010011 D3 L
212 11010100 D4 M
213 11010101 D5 N
214 11010110 D6 O
215 11010111 D7 P
216 11011000 D8 Q
217 11011001 D9 R
218 11011010 DA (HEX)
219 11011011 DB (HEX)
220 11011100 DC (HEX)
221 11011101 DD (HEX)
222 11011110 DE (HEX)
223 11011111 DF (HEX)
A-11
224 11100000 E0 \
225 11100001 E1 (HEX)
226 11100010 E2 S
227 11100011 E3 T
228 11100100 E4 U
229 11100101 E5 V
230 11100110 E6 W
231 11100111 E7 X
232 11101000 E8 Y
233 11101001 E9 Z
234 11101010 EA (HEX)
235 11101011 EB (HEX)
236 11101100 EC (HEX)
237 11101101 ED (HEX)
238 11101110 EE (HEX)
239 11101111 EF (HEX)
240 11110000 F0 0
241 11110001 F1 1
242 11110010 F2 2
243 11110011 F3 3
244 11110100 F4 4
245 11110101 F5 5
246 11110110 F6 6.
247 11110111 F7 7
248 11111000 F8 8
249 11111001 F9 9
250 11111010 FA |
251 11111011 FB (HEX)
252 11111100 FC (HEX)
253 11111101 FD (HEX)
254 11111110 FE (HEX)
255 11111111 FF (HEX)
A-12
IPARS Character Code Table
DEC BINARY HEX DISPLAY DESCRIPTION
0 000000 00 (HEX)
1 000001 01 1
2 000010 02 2
3 000011 03 3
4 000100 04 4
5 000101 05 5
6 000110 06 6
7 000111 07 7
8 001000 08 8
9 001001 09 9
10 001010 0A 0
11 001011 0B *
12 001100 0C CR Carriage Return
13 001101 0D EI End of Medium, Incomplete
14 001110 0E = Sense
15 001111 0F (HEX) Go Ahead
16 010000 10 (HEX) Write
17 010001 11 /
18 010010 12 S
19 010011 13 T
20 010100 14 U
21 010101 15 V
22 010110 16 W
23 010111 17 X
24 011000 18 Y
25 011001 19 Z
26 011010 1A -
27 011011 1B #
28 011100 1C Sp Space
29 011101 1D EC End of Medium, Complete
30 011110 1E [ Start
31 011111 1F
A-13
IPARS Character Code Table (Cont.)
32 100000 20 @
33 100001 21 J
34 100010 22 K
35 100011 23 L
36 100100 24 M
37 100101 25 N
38 100110 26 O
39 100111 27 P
40 101000 28 Q
41 101001 29 R
42 101010 2A : UMSG
43 101011 2B <
44 101100 2C +
45 101101 2D EU End of Medium, Unsolicited
46 101110 2E )
47 101111 2F (
48 110000 30 $
49 110001 31 A
50 110010 32 B
51 110011 33 C
52 110100 34 D
53 110101 35 E
54 110110 36 F
55 110111 37 G
56 111000 38 H
57 111001 39 I
58 111010 3A ?
59 111011 3B *
60 111100 3C %
61 111101 3D EP End of Medium, Pushbutton
62 111110 3E S2 Sync 2
63 111111 3F S1 Sync 1, Reset
A-14
TRANSCODE Character Code Table
0 000000 00 SH
1 000001 01 A
2 000010 02 B
3 000011 03 C
4 000100 04 D
5 000101 05 E
6 000110 06 F
7 000111 07 G
8 001000 08 H
9 001001 09 I
10 001010 0A SX
11 001011 0B .
12 001100 0C <
13 001101 0D BL
14 001110 0E SB
15 001111 0F EB
16 010000 10 &
17 010001 11 J
18 010010 12 K
19 010011 13 L
20 010100 14 M
21 010101 15 N
22 010110 16 O
23 010111 17 P
24 011000 18 Q
25 011001 19 R
26 O11010 1A SP Space
27 011011 1B $
28 011100 1C *
29 011101 1D US
30 011110 1E ET
31 011111 1F DL
A-15
TRANSCODE Character Code Table (Cont.)
32 100000 20 -
33 100001 21 /
34 100010 22 S
35 100011 23 T
36 100100 24 U
37 100101 25 V
38 100110 26 W
39 100111 27 X
40 101000 28 Y
41 101001 29 Z
42 101010 2A EC
43 101011 2B ,
44 101100 2C %
45 l01101 2D EQ
46 101110 2E EX
47 101111 2F HT
48 110000 30 0
49 110001 31 1
50 110010 32 2
51 110011 33 3
52 110100 34 4
53 110101 35 5
54 110110 36 6
55 110111 37 7
56 111000 38 8
57 111001 39 9
58 111010 3A SY
59 111011 3B #
60 111100 3C @
61 111101 3D NK
62 111110 3E EM
63 111111 3F
A-16
EBCD Character Code Table
DEC BINARY HEX UNSHIFTED SHIFTED

(LETTERS) (FIGURES)
0 000000 00 SP SP
1 000001 01 - -
2 000010 02 @ (HEX)
3 000011 03 & +
4 000100 04 8 *
5 000101 05 q Q
6 000110 06 y Y
7 000111 07 h H
8 001000 08 4 :
9 001001 09 m M
10 001010 0A u U
11 001011 0B d D
12 001100 0C (HEX)PN (HEX)PN
13 001101 0D (HEX)RES (HEX)RES
14 001110 0E (HEX)BYP (HEX)BYP
15 001111 0F (HEX)PF (HEX)PF
16 010000 10 2 <
17 010001 11 k K
18 010010 12 s S
19 010011 13 b B
20 010100 14 0 )
21 010101 15 VT VT
22 010110 16 FF FF
23 010111 17 (HEX) (HEX)
24 011000 18 6 ,
25 011001 19 o O
26 011010 1A w W
27 011011 1B f F
28 011100 1C SO(ShiftOut) SO(ShiftOut)
29 011101 1D BS BS
30 011110 1E EB EB
31 011111 1F SI(ShiftIn) SI(ShiftIn)
A-17
EBCD Character Code Table (Cont.)
DEC BINARY HEX UNSHIFTED SHIFTED

(LETTERS) (FIGURES)
32 100000 20 1 =
33 100001 21 j J
34 100010 22 / ?
35 100011 23 a A
36 100100 24 9 (
37 100101 25 r R
38 100110 26 z Z
39 100111 27 i I
40 101000 28 5 %
41 101001 29 n N
42 101010 2A v V
43 101001 2B e E
44 101100 2C RS RS
45 101101 2D CR CR
46 101110 2E LF LF
47 101111 2F HT HT
48 110000 30 3 :
49 110001 31 l L
50 110010 32 t T
51 110011 33 c C
52 110100 34 # "
53 110101 35 $ |
54 110110 36 , ,
55 110111 37 .
56 111000 38 > >
57 111001 39 p P
58 111010 3A x X
59 111011 3B g G
60 111100 3C ET ET
61 111101 3D (HEX) (HEX)
62 111110 3E ESC ESC
63 111111 3F DEL DEL
A-18
APPENDIX B CABLE PINOUTS
Extension Cable, 25 conductor round, 1 to 1, 60cm.
Female DB25 Male DB25

PIN PIN
1 <═══════════> 1
2 <═══════════> 2
3 <═══════════> 3
4 <═══════════> 4
5 <═══════════> 5
6 <═══════════> 6
7 <═══════════> 7
8 <═══════════> 8
9 <═══════════> 9
10 <═══════════> 10
11 <═══════════> 11
12 <═══════════> 12
13 <═══════════> 13
14 <═══════════> 14
15 <═══════════> 15
16 <═══════════> 16
17 <═══════════> 17
18 <═══════════> 18
19 <═══════════> 19
20 <═══════════> 20
21 <═══════════> 21
22 <═══════════> 22
23 <═══════════> 23
24 <═══════════> 24
25 <═══════════> 25
B-1
Communications Cable, RS232/RS530,

multi-conductor round, 60cm.
Female DB25 Female DB25

PIN PIN
1 <═══════════> 1
2 <═══════════> 2
3 <═══════════> 3
4 <═══════════> 4
5 <═══════════> 5
6 <═══════════> 6
7 <═══════════> 7
8 <═══════════> 8
9 <═══════════> 9
15 <═══════════> 15
17 <═══════════> 17
20 <═══════════> 20
24 <═══════════> 24
B-2
V.35 Cable,
Female DB25 Male M-34 BLOCK

PIN PIN
2 <═══════════> P
14 <═══════════> S
3 <═══════════> R
16 <═══════════> T
4 <═══════════> C
5 <═══════════> D
6 <═══════════> E
20 <═══════════> H
8 <═══════════> F
24 <═══════════> U
11 <═══════════> W
15 <═══════════> Y
12 <═══════════> AA
17 <═══════════> V
9 <═══════════> X
1 <═══════════> A
7 <═══════════> B
22 <═══════════> J
NOTE: TWISTED PAIRS;

P,S
R,T
U,W
Y,AA
V,X
B-3
Printer Cable,
Male DB25 Male C-36 (CENTRONIC)

PIN PIN
1 <═══════════> 1
2 <═══════════> 2
3 <═══════════> 3
4 <═══════════> 4
5 <═══════════> 5
6 <═══════════> 6
7 <═══════════> 7
8 <═══════════> 8
9 <═══════════> 9
10 <═══════════> 10
11 <═══════════> 11
12 <═══════════> 12
13 <═══════════> 13
14 <═══════════> 14
15 <═══════════> 32
16 <═══════════> 31
17 <═══════════> 36
18 <═══════════> 19,20
19 <═══════════> 21,22
20 <═══════════> 23,24
21 <═══════════> 25,26
22 <═══════════> 27,28
23 <═══════════> 33
24 <═══════════> 29
25 <═══════════> 30
B-4
Remote Cable
Female DB9 Female DB25

PIN PIN
2 <═══════════> 3
3 <═══════════> 2
4 <═══════════> 20
5 <═══════════> 7
6 <═══════════> 6
7 <═══════════> 4
8 <═══════════> 5
9 <═══════════> 22
B-5
RS-449 Cables, (optional)

Female DB25 Male(or Female) DB37

PIN PIN
1 <═══════════> 1
7 <═══════════> 19
(the following are all twisted pairs)
2 <═══════════> 4
14 <═══════════> 22
3 <═══════════> 6
16 <═══════════> 24
4 <═══════════> 7
19 <═══════════> 25
5 <═══════════> 9
13 <═══════════> 27
6 <═══════════> 11
22 <═══════════> 29
20 <═══════════> 12
23 <═══════════> 30
8 <═══════════> 13
10 <═══════════> 31
24 <═══════════> 17
11 <═══════════> 35
15 <═══════════> 5
12 <═══════════> 23
17 <═══════════> 8
9 <═══════════> 26
B-6
X.21 Cables, (optional)

Female DB25 Male(or Female) DB15

PIN PIN
1 <═══════════> 1
7 <═══════════> 8
(the following are all twisted pairs)
2 <═══════════> 2
14 <═══════════> 9
3 <═══════════> 4
16 <═══════════> 11
4 <═══════════> 3
19 <═══════════> 10
8 <═══════════> 5
10 <═══════════> 12
17 <═══════════> 6
9 <═══════════> 13
B-7
X.21 Cable Box, (optional)
Setting of X.21 Cable Box’s two 3 position selector switches for connecting
of RC and S pins (DB15 side) to RC,TC or XTC pins (DB25side):
1) RC TC XTC
RC denotes DB25 RC X.21 S

S
2) RC TC XTC

S DB25 TC
3) RC TC XTC

S DB25 XTC
4) RC TC XTC
RC denotes DB25 TC X.21 S

S
5) RC TC XTC
RC denotes DB25 XTC X.21 S

S
B-8
Parallel Cable, (HCT-PC)

Male DB25 Male DB25

PIN PIN
1 <═══════════> 1
2 <═══════════> 15
3 <═══════════> 13
4 <═══════════> 12
5 <═══════════> 10
6 <═══════════> 11
7 <═══════════> 7
8 <═══════════> 8
9 <═══════════> 9
10 <═══════════> 5
11 <═══════════> 6
12 <═══════════> 4
13 <═══════════> 3
14 <═══════════> 14
15 <═══════════> 2
16 <═══════════> 16
17 <═══════════> 17
18 <═══════════> 18
19 <═══════════> 19
20 <═══════════> 20
21 <═══════════> 21
22 <═══════════> 22
23 <═══════════> 23
24 <═══════════> 24
25 <═══════════> 25
B-9
Remote Modem Cable

Female DB9 Male DB25

PIN PIN
2 <═══════════> 2
3 <═══════════> 3
4 <═══════════> 6
5 <═══════════> 7
6 <═══════════> 20
7 <═══════════> 5
8 <═══════════> 4
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CHAPTER I : HCT-6000 OVERVIEW

1.1 GENERAL FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS........... I-2

1.2 2M BERT SPECIFICATIONS........................................ I-8

1.3 EXTERIOR and ACCESSORIES................................... I-10

1.4 COMMUNICATION INTERFACE PORT.................. I-16

CHAPTER II : KEYBOARD OPERATION

2.1 KEY FUNCTIONS......................................................... II-3

CHAPTER III : USING THE HCT-6000

3.1 CONNECTION EXAMPLES......................................... III-4

4.0 INTRODUCTION.......................................................... IV-1

4.1 COMMUNICATION SETTINGS................................. IV-3

4.2 AUTO CONFIGURATION........................................... IV-4

4.3 MANUAL CONFIGURATION...................................... IV-6

4.4 MONITOR MODE......................................................... IV-9

4.5 128K BERT (BIT ERROR RATE TEST) SETUP...... IV-19

4.6 RUNNING 128K BERT……………………………….. IV-22

4.7 2M BERT MODE (HIGH SPEED) SETUP…………. IV-26

4.8 RUNNING 2M BERT………………………………… IV-29

4.9 ASYNC TERMINAL EMULATION........................... IV-34

4.10 AUTO SCAN AND CONFIGURE............................. IV-36

4.11 FILE MANAGEMENT.............................................. IV-38

4.12 SYSTEM RESET......................................................... IV-42

4.13 SELF TEST.................................................................. IV-43

4.14 MISCELLANEOUS.................................................... IV-47

4.15 UP/DOWN LOAD....................................................... IV-51

4.16 DIAGNOSTICS........................................................... IV-52

4.17 ON-LINE MONITOR................................................ IV-55

CHAPTER V : EXAMPLES OF APPLICATION

5.0 INTRODUCTION.......................................................... V-6

5.1 ASYN application * (Simulation/ Monitoring)............ V-7

5.2 X.25 application............................................................. V-15

5.3 SDLC application........................................................... V-22

5.4 HDLC application.......................................................... V-24

5.5 DDCMP application...................................................... V-25

5.6 FRAME RELAY application........................................ V-30

5.7 TCP/IP applications....................................................... V-32

CHAPTER VI : HCT-PC UTILITY PROGRAM

6.1 HCT-PC Program Operation........................................ VI-2

6.2 REMOTE CONTROL Function................................... VI-2

6.3 UP/DOWNLOAD Function.......................................... VI-3

6.4 ON-LINE MONITOR Function.................................... VI-7

APPENDIX A : CODE tables

ASCII Code Table................................................................. A-1

EBCDIC Code Table............................................................. A-5

IPARS Code Table................................................................ A-13

TRANSCODE Code Table................................................... A-15

EBCD Code Table................................................................. A-17

APPENDIX B : Cable Pinouts

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1.0 HCT-6000 INTRODUCTION

The contents of this operation manual have been prepared

The HCT-6000, notebook sized communications tester, is

1.1 GENERAL FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS

1.1.1 PROTOCOL ANALYSIS

1.1.2 AUTO CONFIGURATION

1.1.3 BERT/BLERT : Bit/block Error Rate Test

1.1.4 INTERNAL TIMERS & COUNTERS

1.1.5 HARD COPY PRINT

1.1.6 TERMINAL EMULATION

1.1.7 STATUS LED’s